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!
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I'm still waiting for an answer to my question.
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She gave a vague answer to the interviewer's question.
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The answer to this math problem is 42.
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The answer to our financial problems is to cut down on expenses.
answer Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for answer
- reply
- reaction
- solution
- resolution
- response
Phrases with answer
Example
Don't answer back to your parents like that!
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He had to answer for his mistakes in front of the boss.
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As the team leader, she answers to the project manager.
Origins of answer
from Old English 'andswaru'
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.
