respond
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• verb
To say or write something in reply to a question, statement, or communication.
"The spokesperson promised to respond to all media inquiries by the end of the afternoon."
To act or behave in reaction to a particular event, stimulus, or situation.
"Emergency crews were quick to respond when heavy rains caused localized flooding across the valley."
To show favorable improvement or a positive physical reaction (especially to medical treatment or care).
"The patient began to respond well to the new antibiotic regimen within forty-eight hours."
• noun
A half-pillar or engaged pilaster attached to a wall to support the end of an arch or colonnade.
"The medieval mason carved intricate floral motifs onto the stone respond at the eastern end of the nave."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French respondre, from Latin respondere ('to answer, promise in return'), formed from re- ('back') and spondere ('to pledge').