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answer

[ˈænsər]

answer Definition

  • 1a spoken or written reply or response to a question, request, letter, or situation
  • 2a solution to a problem or dilemma

Using answer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "answer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'm still waiting for an answer to my question.

  • Example

    She gave a vague answer to the interviewer's question.

  • Example

    The answer to this math problem is 42.

  • Example

    The answer to our financial problems is to cut down on expenses.

answer Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for answer

Phrases with answer

  • to reply rudely or impertinently

    Example

    Don't answer back to your parents like that!

  • to take responsibility for something

    Example

    He had to answer for his mistakes in front of the boss.

  • to be accountable to someone

    Example

    As the team leader, she answers to the project manager.

Origins of answer

from Old English 'andswaru'

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Summary: answer in Brief

An 'answer' [ˈænsər] is a spoken or written reply or response to a question, request, letter, or situation. It can also refer to a solution to a problem or dilemma. Phrases like 'answer back' and 'answer for' use 'answer' to denote replying rudely or taking responsibility, respectively. 'Answer' is often used formally in contexts like interviews or problem-solving.

How do native speakers use this expression?

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