Reaction Definition
reaction
noun
- (chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others; "there was a chemical reaction of the lime with the ground water"
- an idea evoked by some experience; "his reaction to the news was to start planning what to do"
- a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent; "a bad reaction to the medicine"; "his responses have slowed with age"
- (mechanics) the equal and opposite force that is produced when any force is applied to a body; "every action has an equal and opposite reaction"
- a response that reveals a person's feelings or attitude; "he was pleased by the audience's reaction to his performance"; "John feared his mother's reaction when she saw the broken lamp"
- extreme conservatism in political or social matters; "the forces of reaction carried the election"
- doing something in opposition to another way of doing it that you don't like; "his style of painting was a reaction against cubism"
"Reaction" in song lyrics
See how reaction is used in real songs:
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"Like with, every action there is a reaction"
1200 Techniques — Karma -
"For every action there's a reaction"
60 Second Assassin — No Face -
"God begat the first atom that preceded the reaction"
Alexipharmic — Adam and Eve and Koko
Words that rhyme with reaction
Usage tips for "reaction"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "reaction" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for reaction to find words that pair well.