Response Definition & Meaning
response
- noun
- a result; "this situation developed in response to events in Africa"
- 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"
- a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation; "I waited several days for his answer"; "he wrote replies to several of his critics"
- the manner in which something is greeted; "she did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors"
- a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister
- the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange; "he growled his reply"
- the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals
"Response" in song lyrics
See how response is used in real songs:
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"If they have they hand out, give em no response"
50/50 Twin f/ Yung Ro, Mista Madd — All My Thuggz -
"Dealing weakling brains with a response"
Atoms Family — Brainstorm -
"I ain't lying ask her what was her response"
Classified — Why
Words that rhyme with response
Usage tips for "response"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "response" 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 response to find words that pair well.