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answer
Synonyms and Antonyms of answer
- the standard answer of "Fine, thank you" when asked, "How are you?"
- The answers to the odd-numbered problems are at the back of the book.
- A shrug of the shoulders was her answer to the complaint.
Synonym Discussion of answer
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- had answers to all their questions
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- a response to the call for recruits
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- a point-by-point reply to the accusation
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- a salesman with a quick rejoinder to every argument
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- she made a cutting retort to her critics
answer
Synonyms and Antonyms of answer
- He didn't answer right away when the teacher asked for his thoughts.
- Sorry, I haven't seen anyone answering to that description.
fall in with
- I don't have a ladle as such, but will this spoon answer the purpose?
abide by, make good (or make good on)
- Try to answer this riddle.
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