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reply Synonyms
Another word for reply
Choosing another word for reply depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A spoken or written response to a question, statement, letter, or message.
Usage Example
"We are still waiting for a formal response from the committee regarding our proposal."
Strongest
response
answer
Strong
rejoinder
retort
acknowledgment
return
Weak
riposte
comeback
• verb (Context 2)
To say or write something as an answer or reaction to someone or something.
Usage Example
"She promised to respond to the invitation before the end of the week."
Strongest
respond
answer
Strong
write back
get back
retort
rejoin
acknowledge
Weak
counter
riposte
• verb (Context 3)
To respond to an action, gesture, or challenge with a counteraction of a similar kind.
Usage Example
"The visiting team quickly replied with two goals in the second half."
Strongest
respond
answer
counter
Strong
retaliate
hit back
strike back
reciprocate
react
Opposites of reply
The opposite of reply shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
ask
question
query
inquire
inquiry
ignore
yield
request
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Reply. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 11, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/reply