Answering

/ˈɑːn.sə.ɹɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Answering

verb

  1. To make a reply or response to.

    "He answered the question."

  2. To speak in defence against; to reply to in defence.

    "to answer a charge or accusation"

  3. To respond to a call by someone at a door or telephone, or other similar piece of equipment.

    "Nobody answered when I knocked on the door."

  4. To suit a need or purpose satisfactorily.

    "It answers the need."

  5. To be accountable or responsible; to make amends.

    "He has a lot to answer for."

noun

  1. The act of giving an answer.

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

answer for