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Word REPLY: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

🇺🇸 [rɪˈplaɪ]

Meanings

To respond or answer to a question, request, or statement. A reply can be verbal or written and is a direct response to another person's communication. Replies are typically expected after an inquiry or communication has been made.

Examples

He didn’t reply to my email for several days.
She replied to the invitation with a polite yes.
Can you reply to the question with a detailed explanation?

Synonyms

respond • answer • react

Antonyms

ignore • avoid • neglect