Reply (Noun)
Meaning 1
The speech act of continuing a conversational exchange; "he growled his reply".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation; "I waited several days for his answer"; "he wrote replies to several of his critics".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The manager's reply to the employee's complaint was dismissive and unsatisfactory.
- The company issued a reply to the allegations of misconduct, denying any wrongdoing.
- The customer service representative's reply to my query was prompt and helpful.
- The spokesperson's reply to the journalist's question was evasive and unclear.
- The politician's reply to his opponent's criticism was well-reasoned and persuasive.