responding
/rɪˈspɒndɪŋ/ · res pond ing
verb
- To say something in return; to answer; to reply. She was responding to the interviewer's questions with thoughtful answers.
- To act in return; to carry out an action or in response to a force or stimulus; to do something in response. The fire department was responding to the emergency call with all haste.
- To correspond with; to suit. The new policy was responding to the changing needs of the company.
noun
- The act of responding; a reply or answer. The responding to the survey was very low, which made it difficult to analyze the results.
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Did you know? The word 'responding' is often used in formal or professional contexts, such as in business or law, where a prompt and accurate response is crucial.