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ANSWER Synonyms

There are 19 synonyms of the word answer. (exact relations)
There are 43 hypernyms of the word answer. (close relations)

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reply
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

• the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange

verb

• react verbally

resolution
nounn
noun

• a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

• the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular separation of images that are close together

• the trait of being resolute

• finding a solution to a problem

• something settled or resolved; the outcome of decision making

• analysis into clear-cut components

• (computer science) the number of pixels per square inch on a computer-generated display; the greater the resolution, the better the picture

• the subsidence of swelling or other signs of inflammation (especially in a lung)

• (music) a dissonant chord is followed by a consonant chord

• a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem

• a decision to do something or to behave in a certain manner

response
nounn
noun

• a result

• a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent

• a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

• the manner in which something is greeted

• a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister

• the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange

• the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals

solution
nounn
noun

• a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution

• a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem

• a method for solving a problem

• the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation

• the successful action of solving a problem

clarification
nounn
noun

• an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding

• the act of removing solid particles from a liquid

comeback
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

• return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity

counter
verb, nounv, n
noun

• table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted

• game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games

• a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens

• a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers

• a person who counts things

• a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

• (computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers)

• a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot

• a return punch (especially by a boxer)

adverb

• in the opposite direction

adjective satellite

• indicating opposition or resistance

verb

• speak in response

• act in advance of; deal with ahead of time

elucidation
nounn
noun

• an act of explaining that serves to clear up and cast light on

• an interpretation that removes obstacles to understanding

explanation
nounn
noun

• a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

• thought that makes something comprehensible

• the act of explaining; making something plain or intelligible

rejoinder
nounn
noun

• a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

• (law) a pleading made by a defendant in response to the plaintiff's replication

retort
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

• a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat

verb

• answer back

answer for
verbv
verb

• furnish a justifying analysis or explanation

do
verb, adverb, nounv, adv, n
noun

• the syllable naming the first (tonic) note of any major scale in solmization

• doctor's degree in osteopathy

• an uproarious party

verb

• engage in

• carry out or perform an action

• get (something) done

• proceed or get along

• give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

• carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions

• be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

• create or design, often in a certain way

• behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself

• spend time in prison or in a labor camp

• carry on or function

• arrange attractively

• travel or traverse (a distance)

resolve
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the trait of being resolute

• a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

verb

• bring to an end; settle conclusively

• reach a conclusion after a discussion or deliberation

• reach a decision

• understand the meaning of

• make clearly visible

• find the solution

• cause to go into a solution

respond
verbv
verb

• show a response or a reaction to something

• react verbally

• respond favorably or as hoped

result
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

• a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem

• something that results

• the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

verb

• issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

• produce as a result or residue

• come about or follow as a consequence

serve
nounn
noun

• (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play

verb

• serve a purpose, role, or function

• do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function

• contribute or conduce to

• be used by; as of a utility

• help to some food; help with food or drink

• provide (usually but not necessarily food)

• devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas

• promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to

• spend time in prison or in a labor camp

• work for, or be a servant to

• deliver a warrant or summons to someone

• be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

• do military service

• mate with

• put the ball into play

solvent
noun, adjectiven, adj
adjective

• capable of meeting financial obligations

noun

• a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances

• a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem

suffice
verbv
verb

• be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

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