Definition of response in English:

response

noun rɪˈspɒnsrəˈspɑns

1A verbal or written answer.
（口头或书面）回答，答复
there was laughter at his response to the question
mass noun we received 400 applications in response to one job ad
我们登了一则招聘职务的广告，竟收到了400封应征信。
Example sentencesExamples
- They received just 14 written responses and another 15 after the public meeting.
- She received a few puzzled looks, but got no verbal responses.
- The hearing was told his four written responses contained ‘political content’ and were a misuse of council letterheads.
- Even without a verbal response he could tell that his guess had been right.
- Readers' responses ranged from delight to dismay - just the sort of diversity of opinion that innovation thrives on.
- A total of 502 people attended the public consultation process and the council had received 152 written responses.
- The verbal responses to the film are constructed using data from the ‘real life’ of viewers rather than the fictive world defined by the film and filmmaker.
- The practitioner then explains what to expect during the session, as certain words would be spoken and verbal responses expected from the client.
- A report to the board outlines the outcome of the public consultation, which included two well attended public meetings and 20 written responses.
- Each article I write gets responses or ‘hits’, in the form of letters and emails, and I apologise to those that I don't reply to - I have to ration my time.
- Inherited verbal or other social responses are fragmentary and trivial.
- Our advice worked and she received an immediate, positive response.
- The district council received 301 written responses about the plans and more than 120 people attended a special meeting in October.
- But despite the advertising blitz, the response has been poor, with just 194 on the internet and a further 19 written responses.
- With few exceptions, the governor's responses, written or otherwise, are not preserved.
- He wrote back immediately saying that he ought to write a real response but didn't have time at the moment.
- So, there will be no verbal responses from the audience to the verdict, regardless of the verdict.
- A further 1,500 written responses, many hostile, came from individuals and organisations.
- Rian grabbed a pencil, and wrote down a quick response, and tossed the piece of paper back to her.
- Reaction from the initial blueprint was hugely positive with more than 500 people visiting the exhibition and 50 written responses.
1. 1.1 An answer to a question in a test, questionnaire, etc.
  （对测验、问卷、民意测验等的）回答，答复；反应
  table 3.1 shows the mean number of correct responses given by each age group
  Example sentencesExamples
  Table 1 summarises the questionnaire distribution and responses.
  Responses were marked and the percentage of correct responses for each question calculated.
  All ideas will be carefully recorded and analysed and, together with the responses from the questionnaire, will be fed into the process of designing the plan.
  But researchers caution that these studies, which were based on patient responses to questionnaires, are far from definitive.
  These differences undoubtedly have small effects on respondent's questionnaire responses.
  The process has just begun and already a number of issues have arisen from the consultation at the public meeting and the initial review of the questionnaire responses.
  It may be said that the responses to the questionnaire only confirm what we thought in any case.
  That first number was comprised of responses to a questionnaire about ‘language environment.’
  However, he refused to rule out the possibility that responses to the questionnaire could be used as evidence in the company's High Court damages claim.
  The authors marked the responses and calculated the percentage of correct responses for each question.
  She knew every answer for each question and even wrote extra in her responses.
  When the researcher read them the aforementioned questionnaire items and their responses, they acknowledged having made a mistake.
  The study was based on responses to two related questionnaires sent to chief academic officers and general education administrators.
  The research was based on responses to 4,175 questionnaires sent to major employers in the UK's 28 biggest cities.
  Much will depend on responses to a questionnaire drawn up by Jenna which is due to be sent out to schools and special units asking disabled teenagers exactly what they would like to see.
  Based on his responses, the test said David had a tendency to want to work to personal timetables and particular standards of performance.
  As previously mentioned, her study examines the responses to a questionnaire of fifty-eight music majors at the University of Florida.
  The survey, which drew upon responses to 9,000 questionnaires, confirms that far from declining, the practice has actually grown over the last decade.
  This is suggested since the new version of the questionnaire generated more consistent responses to the questions on recency of drug use.
  Coming from a patriarchal society, the responses to such questionnaires are interesting, if not very surprising.
  Synonyms
  answer, reply, acknowledgement, rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, sally, counter
  informal comeback
2. 1.2usually responses A part of a religious liturgy said or sung by a congregation in answer to a minister or cantor.
  （宗教仪式中对牧师或领祷人的）应答（或唱和）
  Example sentencesExamples
  So out went audible responses, the minister's surplice and the litany.
  The ceremony is begun by the priest, assisted by a cantor or church choir that sings the responses.
  He also arranged Byzantine liturgical responses in Albanian for mixed choirs.
  Unison congregational responses alternate with vernacular stanzas sung by a cantor.
  I listened as, at her own request, she was baptized into the catholic faith, and I made the liturgical responses proper to the child's parent.
2A reaction to something.
an extended, jazzy piano solo drew the biggest response from the crowd
慢速爵士味钢琴独奏在人群中得到最强烈的反应。
mass noun an Honours degree course in Japanese has been established in response to an increasing demand
应日益增长的要求，已经开设了优等生日语学位课程。
Example sentencesExamples
- In response to this a new service is being launched by Chambers all over the country called Chamber HR.
- In response to my request for more information about Schumann resonances Neil explained them as follows.
- In response to increasing battlefield firepower, horse cavalry reduced the armor it used.
- In response to complaints, the governor extended polling by two hours but that led to yet more abuses.
- In response to customer demand, the Glasgow store extended its home delivery service earlier this year to include the republic.
- In response to a growing need, Women's Aid is expanding and developing its services.
- In response to this lack of leadership, I have decided it is time to campaign for my own legislation.
- In response to reader demand, we've also added a comments section.
- In response to the motion, the elastic reaction force exerted on the site by the substrate starts to rise.
- In response to the vote, the Liberals have hinted they are going to look elsewhere to fulfil our healthcare needs.
- In response to the plight of the two families, a former parish councillor is asking people to help them out by sending donations.
- In response to the spate of armed robberies, the Post Office told postmasters and postmistresses warning them to be extra vigilant.
- He was happy that his marathon performance had evoked a very positive response from the audience.
- In response to the proposal to ban our organisation, we have held face to face meetings with leading groups and personalities.
- The show has provoked an emotional response from audiences everywhere it has been staged.
- In response to my challenge yesterday to make a playlist of happy songs, Keith wins hands down.
- In response to reports of the collision, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent units from as far away as 35 miles.
- "I was overwhelmed by the response from people all over the country.
- In response to the tragedy and the subsequent inquiry and recommendations, major changes were made to the safety regime.
- In response to that, writers groups warned against signing any such form.
Synonyms
reaction, reply, reciprocation, retaliation
feedback
informal comeback
1. 2.1Psychology Physiology An excitation of a nerve impulse caused by a change or event; a physical reaction to a specific stimulus or situation.
  〔心理，生理〕反应
  we unwittingly induce Pavlovian-type responses in dogs by establishing a rigid routine for feeding
  there is considerable species variation in the stomach's response to alcohol
  Example sentencesExamples
  Hypnotizability is an inherited trait that produces specific physiological and psychophysiological responses.
  The response to the stimulus on the right and left sides should be compared.
  Stress is not a single conditioning but a response to physical and psychological stimuli.
  The response to noxious stimuli can be modulated by their repeated application.
  The synaesthetic experience is an automatic and involuntary response to certain stimuli.
2. 2.2 The way in which a mechanical or electrical device responds to a stimulus or stimuli.
  （机械或电器设备对刺激的）响应
  the throttle response from the 1870 cc engine is almost petrol sharp
  Example sentencesExamples
  People often want to know the polychromatic response of a lens or other optical system.
  These instruments incorporate 2 - D detectors with spectral responses that fit the waveband of the instruments.
  The complexes also show mechanical responses to pH changes and electrical stimulation.
  The sound quality and the bass response are good, even when compared with normal speakers.
  When impossible to differentiate electrical responses from background noise, amplitude values were set at 2 V.
3. 2.3Bridge A bid made in answer to one's partner's preceding bid.
  〔桥牌〕（对同伴叫牌的）应叫
  Example sentencesExamples
  Bidding the negative 2 Diamonds response enables your partner to go some way towards knowing if there are thirty-two points in your combined hands.
  The response of this person's partner is to play their highest card in this suit as well.
  Further, a Showcase card may not be used in a trick response when not following suit.
  A three-level reverse is made when partner's response forces you to the 3-level to show your second suit.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French respons or Latin responsum 'something offered in return', neuter past participle of respondere (see respond).

Rhymes

bonce, ensconce, nonce, ponce, sconce

Definition of response in US English:

response

nounrəˈspänsrəˈspɑns

1A verbal or written answer.
（口头或书面）回答，答复
without waiting for a response, she returned to her newspaper
她没等人家回答便又开始看起报纸来。
we received 400 applications in response to one job ad
我们登了一则招聘职务的广告，竟收到了400封应征信。
Example sentencesExamples
- Rian grabbed a pencil, and wrote down a quick response, and tossed the piece of paper back to her.
- So, there will be no verbal responses from the audience to the verdict, regardless of the verdict.
- A total of 502 people attended the public consultation process and the council had received 152 written responses.
- The hearing was told his four written responses contained ‘political content’ and were a misuse of council letterheads.
- But despite the advertising blitz, the response has been poor, with just 194 on the internet and a further 19 written responses.
- He wrote back immediately saying that he ought to write a real response but didn't have time at the moment.
- Reaction from the initial blueprint was hugely positive with more than 500 people visiting the exhibition and 50 written responses.
- She received a few puzzled looks, but got no verbal responses.
- Even without a verbal response he could tell that his guess had been right.
- Readers' responses ranged from delight to dismay - just the sort of diversity of opinion that innovation thrives on.
- The verbal responses to the film are constructed using data from the ‘real life’ of viewers rather than the fictive world defined by the film and filmmaker.
- Our advice worked and she received an immediate, positive response.
- A further 1,500 written responses, many hostile, came from individuals and organisations.
- Inherited verbal or other social responses are fragmentary and trivial.
- The practitioner then explains what to expect during the session, as certain words would be spoken and verbal responses expected from the client.
- They received just 14 written responses and another 15 after the public meeting.
- The district council received 301 written responses about the plans and more than 120 people attended a special meeting in October.
- A report to the board outlines the outcome of the public consultation, which included two well attended public meetings and 20 written responses.
- Each article I write gets responses or ‘hits’, in the form of letters and emails, and I apologise to those that I don't reply to - I have to ration my time.
- With few exceptions, the governor's responses, written or otherwise, are not preserved.
1. 1.1 A written or verbal answer to a question in a test, questionnaire, survey, etc.
  （对测验、问卷、民意测验等的）回答，答复；反应
  Example sentencesExamples
  These differences undoubtedly have small effects on respondent's questionnaire responses.
  She knew every answer for each question and even wrote extra in her responses.
  That first number was comprised of responses to a questionnaire about ‘language environment.’
  All ideas will be carefully recorded and analysed and, together with the responses from the questionnaire, will be fed into the process of designing the plan.
  The research was based on responses to 4,175 questionnaires sent to major employers in the UK's 28 biggest cities.
  It may be said that the responses to the questionnaire only confirm what we thought in any case.
  Table 1 summarises the questionnaire distribution and responses.
  The process has just begun and already a number of issues have arisen from the consultation at the public meeting and the initial review of the questionnaire responses.
  The authors marked the responses and calculated the percentage of correct responses for each question.
  As previously mentioned, her study examines the responses to a questionnaire of fifty-eight music majors at the University of Florida.
  The study was based on responses to two related questionnaires sent to chief academic officers and general education administrators.
  The survey, which drew upon responses to 9,000 questionnaires, confirms that far from declining, the practice has actually grown over the last decade.
  Coming from a patriarchal society, the responses to such questionnaires are interesting, if not very surprising.
  But researchers caution that these studies, which were based on patient responses to questionnaires, are far from definitive.
  Much will depend on responses to a questionnaire drawn up by Jenna which is due to be sent out to schools and special units asking disabled teenagers exactly what they would like to see.
  Based on his responses, the test said David had a tendency to want to work to personal timetables and particular standards of performance.
  However, he refused to rule out the possibility that responses to the questionnaire could be used as evidence in the company's High Court damages claim.
  This is suggested since the new version of the questionnaire generated more consistent responses to the questions on recency of drug use.
  Responses were marked and the percentage of correct responses for each question calculated.
  When the researcher read them the aforementioned questionnaire items and their responses, they acknowledged having made a mistake.
  Synonyms
  answer, reply, acknowledgement, rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, sally, counter
2. 1.2 A reaction to something.
  an extended, jazzy piano solo drew the biggest response from the crowd
  慢速爵士味钢琴独奏在人群中得到最强烈的反应。
  an honors degree course in Japanese has been established in response to an increasing demand
  应日益增长的要求，已经开设了优等生日语学位课程。
  Example sentencesExamples
  In response to reader demand, we've also added a comments section.
  In response to increasing battlefield firepower, horse cavalry reduced the armor it used.
  In response to a growing need, Women's Aid is expanding and developing its services.
  In response to the spate of armed robberies, the Post Office told postmasters and postmistresses warning them to be extra vigilant.
  In response to customer demand, the Glasgow store extended its home delivery service earlier this year to include the republic.
  In response to the proposal to ban our organisation, we have held face to face meetings with leading groups and personalities.
  In response to the tragedy and the subsequent inquiry and recommendations, major changes were made to the safety regime.
  In response to the motion, the elastic reaction force exerted on the site by the substrate starts to rise.
  In response to this a new service is being launched by Chambers all over the country called Chamber HR.
  In response to complaints, the governor extended polling by two hours but that led to yet more abuses.
  In response to the vote, the Liberals have hinted they are going to look elsewhere to fulfil our healthcare needs.
  In response to that, writers groups warned against signing any such form.
  In response to reports of the collision, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent units from as far away as 35 miles.
  In response to the plight of the two families, a former parish councillor is asking people to help them out by sending donations.
  "I was overwhelmed by the response from people all over the country.
  In response to my request for more information about Schumann resonances Neil explained them as follows.
  The show has provoked an emotional response from audiences everywhere it has been staged.
  In response to this lack of leadership, I have decided it is time to campaign for my own legislation.
  In response to my challenge yesterday to make a playlist of happy songs, Keith wins hands down.
  He was happy that his marathon performance had evoked a very positive response from the audience.
  Synonyms
  reaction, reply, reciprocation, retaliation
3. 1.3Psychology Physiology An excitation of a nerve impulse caused by a change or event; a physical reaction to a specific stimulus or situation.
  〔心理，生理〕反应
  Example sentencesExamples
  Hypnotizability is an inherited trait that produces specific physiological and psychophysiological responses.
  The response to noxious stimuli can be modulated by their repeated application.
  Stress is not a single conditioning but a response to physical and psychological stimuli.
  The response to the stimulus on the right and left sides should be compared.
  The synaesthetic experience is an automatic and involuntary response to certain stimuli.
4. 1.4 The way in which a mechanical or electrical device responds to a stimulus or range of stimuli.
  （机械或电器设备对刺激的）响应
  Example sentencesExamples
  The complexes also show mechanical responses to pH changes and electrical stimulation.
  These instruments incorporate 2 - D detectors with spectral responses that fit the waveband of the instruments.
  When impossible to differentiate electrical responses from background noise, amplitude values were set at 2 V.
  The sound quality and the bass response are good, even when compared with normal speakers.
  People often want to know the polychromatic response of a lens or other optical system.
5. 1.5usually responses A part of a religious liturgy said or sung by a congregation in answer to a minister or cantor.
  （宗教仪式中对牧师或领祷人的）应答（或唱和）
  Example sentencesExamples
  The ceremony is begun by the priest, assisted by a cantor or church choir that sings the responses.
  He also arranged Byzantine liturgical responses in Albanian for mixed choirs.
  So out went audible responses, the minister's surplice and the litany.
  Unison congregational responses alternate with vernacular stanzas sung by a cantor.
  I listened as, at her own request, she was baptized into the catholic faith, and I made the liturgical responses proper to the child's parent.
6. 1.6Bridge A bid made in answer to one's partner's preceding bid.
  〔桥牌〕（对同伴叫牌的）应叫
  Example sentencesExamples
  Bidding the negative 2 Diamonds response enables your partner to go some way towards knowing if there are thirty-two points in your combined hands.
  A three-level reverse is made when partner's response forces you to the 3-level to show your second suit.
  The response of this person's partner is to play their highest card in this suit as well.
  Further, a Showcase card may not be used in a trick response when not following suit.

Origin

Middle English: from Old French respons or Latin responsum ‘something offered in return’, neuter past participle of respondere (see respond).

单词	response
释义	Definition of response in English: response noun rɪˈspɒnsrəˈspɑns 1A verbal or written answer. （口头或书面）回答，答复 there was laughter at his response to the question mass noun we received 400 applications in response to one job ad 我们登了一则招聘职务的广告，竟收到了400封应征信。 Example sentencesExamples They received just 14 written responses and another 15 after the public meeting. She received a few puzzled looks, but got no verbal responses. The hearing was told his four written responses contained ‘political content’ and were a misuse of council letterheads. Even without a verbal response he could tell that his guess had been right. Readers' responses ranged from delight to dismay - just the sort of diversity of opinion that innovation thrives on. A total of 502 people attended the public consultation process and the council had received 152 written responses. The verbal responses to the film are constructed using data from the ‘real life’ of viewers rather than the fictive world defined by the film and filmmaker. The practitioner then explains what to expect during the session, as certain words would be spoken and verbal responses expected from the client. A report to the board outlines the outcome of the public consultation, which included two well attended public meetings and 20 written responses. Each article I write gets responses or ‘hits’, in the form of letters and emails, and I apologise to those that I don't reply to - I have to ration my time. Inherited verbal or other social responses are fragmentary and trivial. Our advice worked and she received an immediate, positive response. The district council received 301 written responses about the plans and more than 120 people attended a special meeting in October. But despite the advertising blitz, the response has been poor, with just 194 on the internet and a further 19 written responses. With few exceptions, the governor's responses, written or otherwise, are not preserved. He wrote back immediately saying that he ought to write a real response but didn't have time at the moment. So, there will be no verbal responses from the audience to the verdict, regardless of the verdict. A further 1,500 written responses, many hostile, came from individuals and organisations. Rian grabbed a pencil, and wrote down a quick response, and tossed the piece of paper back to her. Reaction from the initial blueprint was hugely positive with more than 500 people visiting the exhibition and 50 written responses. 1.1 An answer to a question in a test, questionnaire, etc. （对测验、问卷、民意测验等的）回答，答复；反应 table 3.1 shows the mean number of correct responses given by each age group Example sentencesExamples Table 1 summarises the questionnaire distribution and responses. Responses were marked and the percentage of correct responses for each question calculated. All ideas will be carefully recorded and analysed and, together with the responses from the questionnaire, will be fed into the process of designing the plan. But researchers caution that these studies, which were based on patient responses to questionnaires, are far from definitive. These differences undoubtedly have small effects on respondent's questionnaire responses. The process has just begun and already a number of issues have arisen from the consultation at the public meeting and the initial review of the questionnaire responses. It may be said that the responses to the questionnaire only confirm what we thought in any case. That first number was comprised of responses to a questionnaire about ‘language environment.’ However, he refused to rule out the possibility that responses to the questionnaire could be used as evidence in the company's High Court damages claim. The authors marked the responses and calculated the percentage of correct responses for each question. She knew every answer for each question and even wrote extra in her responses. When the researcher read them the aforementioned questionnaire items and their responses, they acknowledged having made a mistake. The study was based on responses to two related questionnaires sent to chief academic officers and general education administrators. The research was based on responses to 4,175 questionnaires sent to major employers in the UK's 28 biggest cities. Much will depend on responses to a questionnaire drawn up by Jenna which is due to be sent out to schools and special units asking disabled teenagers exactly what they would like to see. Based on his responses, the test said David had a tendency to want to work to personal timetables and particular standards of performance. As previously mentioned, her study examines the responses to a questionnaire of fifty-eight music majors at the University of Florida. The survey, which drew upon responses to 9,000 questionnaires, confirms that far from declining, the practice has actually grown over the last decade. This is suggested since the new version of the questionnaire generated more consistent responses to the questions on recency of drug use. Coming from a patriarchal society, the responses to such questionnaires are interesting, if not very surprising. Synonyms answer, reply, acknowledgement, rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, sally, counter informal comeback 1.2usually responses A part of a religious liturgy said or sung by a congregation in answer to a minister or cantor. （宗教仪式中对牧师或领祷人的）应答（或唱和） Example sentencesExamples So out went audible responses, the minister's surplice and the litany. The ceremony is begun by the priest, assisted by a cantor or church choir that sings the responses. He also arranged Byzantine liturgical responses in Albanian for mixed choirs. Unison congregational responses alternate with vernacular stanzas sung by a cantor. I listened as, at her own request, she was baptized into the catholic faith, and I made the liturgical responses proper to the child's parent. 2A reaction to something. an extended, jazzy piano solo drew the biggest response from the crowd 慢速爵士味钢琴独奏在人群中得到最强烈的反应。 mass noun an Honours degree course in Japanese has been established in response to an increasing demand 应日益增长的要求，已经开设了优等生日语学位课程。 Example sentencesExamples In response to this a new service is being launched by Chambers all over the country called Chamber HR. In response to my request for more information about Schumann resonances Neil explained them as follows. In response to increasing battlefield firepower, horse cavalry reduced the armor it used. In response to complaints, the governor extended polling by two hours but that led to yet more abuses. In response to customer demand, the Glasgow store extended its home delivery service earlier this year to include the republic. In response to a growing need, Women's Aid is expanding and developing its services. In response to this lack of leadership, I have decided it is time to campaign for my own legislation. In response to reader demand, we've also added a comments section. In response to the motion, the elastic reaction force exerted on the site by the substrate starts to rise. In response to the vote, the Liberals have hinted they are going to look elsewhere to fulfil our healthcare needs. In response to the plight of the two families, a former parish councillor is asking people to help them out by sending donations. In response to the spate of armed robberies, the Post Office told postmasters and postmistresses warning them to be extra vigilant. He was happy that his marathon performance had evoked a very positive response from the audience. In response to the proposal to ban our organisation, we have held face to face meetings with leading groups and personalities. The show has provoked an emotional response from audiences everywhere it has been staged. In response to my challenge yesterday to make a playlist of happy songs, Keith wins hands down. In response to reports of the collision, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent units from as far away as 35 miles. "I was overwhelmed by the response from people all over the country. In response to the tragedy and the subsequent inquiry and recommendations, major changes were made to the safety regime. In response to that, writers groups warned against signing any such form. Synonyms reaction, reply, reciprocation, retaliation feedback informal comeback 2.1Psychology Physiology An excitation of a nerve impulse caused by a change or event; a physical reaction to a specific stimulus or situation. 〔心理，生理〕反应 we unwittingly induce Pavlovian-type responses in dogs by establishing a rigid routine for feeding there is considerable species variation in the stomach's response to alcohol Example sentencesExamples Hypnotizability is an inherited trait that produces specific physiological and psychophysiological responses. The response to the stimulus on the right and left sides should be compared. Stress is not a single conditioning but a response to physical and psychological stimuli. The response to noxious stimuli can be modulated by their repeated application. The synaesthetic experience is an automatic and involuntary response to certain stimuli. 2.2 The way in which a mechanical or electrical device responds to a stimulus or stimuli. （机械或电器设备对刺激的）响应 the throttle response from the 1870 cc engine is almost petrol sharp Example sentencesExamples People often want to know the polychromatic response of a lens or other optical system. These instruments incorporate 2 - D detectors with spectral responses that fit the waveband of the instruments. The complexes also show mechanical responses to pH changes and electrical stimulation. The sound quality and the bass response are good, even when compared with normal speakers. When impossible to differentiate electrical responses from background noise, amplitude values were set at 2 V. 2.3Bridge A bid made in answer to one's partner's preceding bid. 〔桥牌〕（对同伴叫牌的）应叫 Example sentencesExamples Bidding the negative 2 Diamonds response enables your partner to go some way towards knowing if there are thirty-two points in your combined hands. The response of this person's partner is to play their highest card in this suit as well. Further, a Showcase card may not be used in a trick response when not following suit. A three-level reverse is made when partner's response forces you to the 3-level to show your second suit. Origin Middle English: from Old French respons or Latin responsum 'something offered in return', neuter past participle of respondere (see respond). Rhymes bonce, ensconce, nonce, ponce, sconce Definition of response in US English: response nounrəˈspänsrəˈspɑns 1A verbal or written answer. （口头或书面）回答，答复 without waiting for a response, she returned to her newspaper 她没等人家回答便又开始看起报纸来。 we received 400 applications in response to one job ad 我们登了一则招聘职务的广告，竟收到了400封应征信。 Example sentencesExamples Rian grabbed a pencil, and wrote down a quick response, and tossed the piece of paper back to her. So, there will be no verbal responses from the audience to the verdict, regardless of the verdict. A total of 502 people attended the public consultation process and the council had received 152 written responses. The hearing was told his four written responses contained ‘political content’ and were a misuse of council letterheads. But despite the advertising blitz, the response has been poor, with just 194 on the internet and a further 19 written responses. He wrote back immediately saying that he ought to write a real response but didn't have time at the moment. Reaction from the initial blueprint was hugely positive with more than 500 people visiting the exhibition and 50 written responses. She received a few puzzled looks, but got no verbal responses. Even without a verbal response he could tell that his guess had been right. Readers' responses ranged from delight to dismay - just the sort of diversity of opinion that innovation thrives on. The verbal responses to the film are constructed using data from the ‘real life’ of viewers rather than the fictive world defined by the film and filmmaker. Our advice worked and she received an immediate, positive response. A further 1,500 written responses, many hostile, came from individuals and organisations. Inherited verbal or other social responses are fragmentary and trivial. The practitioner then explains what to expect during the session, as certain words would be spoken and verbal responses expected from the client. They received just 14 written responses and another 15 after the public meeting. The district council received 301 written responses about the plans and more than 120 people attended a special meeting in October. A report to the board outlines the outcome of the public consultation, which included two well attended public meetings and 20 written responses. Each article I write gets responses or ‘hits’, in the form of letters and emails, and I apologise to those that I don't reply to - I have to ration my time. With few exceptions, the governor's responses, written or otherwise, are not preserved. 1.1 A written or verbal answer to a question in a test, questionnaire, survey, etc. （对测验、问卷、民意测验等的）回答，答复；反应 Example sentencesExamples These differences undoubtedly have small effects on respondent's questionnaire responses. She knew every answer for each question and even wrote extra in her responses. That first number was comprised of responses to a questionnaire about ‘language environment.’ All ideas will be carefully recorded and analysed and, together with the responses from the questionnaire, will be fed into the process of designing the plan. The research was based on responses to 4,175 questionnaires sent to major employers in the UK's 28 biggest cities. It may be said that the responses to the questionnaire only confirm what we thought in any case. Table 1 summarises the questionnaire distribution and responses. The process has just begun and already a number of issues have arisen from the consultation at the public meeting and the initial review of the questionnaire responses. The authors marked the responses and calculated the percentage of correct responses for each question. As previously mentioned, her study examines the responses to a questionnaire of fifty-eight music majors at the University of Florida. The study was based on responses to two related questionnaires sent to chief academic officers and general education administrators. The survey, which drew upon responses to 9,000 questionnaires, confirms that far from declining, the practice has actually grown over the last decade. Coming from a patriarchal society, the responses to such questionnaires are interesting, if not very surprising. But researchers caution that these studies, which were based on patient responses to questionnaires, are far from definitive. Much will depend on responses to a questionnaire drawn up by Jenna which is due to be sent out to schools and special units asking disabled teenagers exactly what they would like to see. Based on his responses, the test said David had a tendency to want to work to personal timetables and particular standards of performance. However, he refused to rule out the possibility that responses to the questionnaire could be used as evidence in the company's High Court damages claim. This is suggested since the new version of the questionnaire generated more consistent responses to the questions on recency of drug use. Responses were marked and the percentage of correct responses for each question calculated. When the researcher read them the aforementioned questionnaire items and their responses, they acknowledged having made a mistake. Synonyms answer, reply, acknowledgement, rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, sally, counter 1.2 A reaction to something. an extended, jazzy piano solo drew the biggest response from the crowd 慢速爵士味钢琴独奏在人群中得到最强烈的反应。 an honors degree course in Japanese has been established in response to an increasing demand 应日益增长的要求，已经开设了优等生日语学位课程。 Example sentencesExamples In response to reader demand, we've also added a comments section. In response to increasing battlefield firepower, horse cavalry reduced the armor it used. In response to a growing need, Women's Aid is expanding and developing its services. In response to the spate of armed robberies, the Post Office told postmasters and postmistresses warning them to be extra vigilant. In response to customer demand, the Glasgow store extended its home delivery service earlier this year to include the republic. In response to the proposal to ban our organisation, we have held face to face meetings with leading groups and personalities. In response to the tragedy and the subsequent inquiry and recommendations, major changes were made to the safety regime. In response to the motion, the elastic reaction force exerted on the site by the substrate starts to rise. In response to this a new service is being launched by Chambers all over the country called Chamber HR. In response to complaints, the governor extended polling by two hours but that led to yet more abuses. In response to the vote, the Liberals have hinted they are going to look elsewhere to fulfil our healthcare needs. In response to that, writers groups warned against signing any such form. In response to reports of the collision, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service sent units from as far away as 35 miles. In response to the plight of the two families, a former parish councillor is asking people to help them out by sending donations. "I was overwhelmed by the response from people all over the country. In response to my request for more information about Schumann resonances Neil explained them as follows. The show has provoked an emotional response from audiences everywhere it has been staged. In response to this lack of leadership, I have decided it is time to campaign for my own legislation. In response to my challenge yesterday to make a playlist of happy songs, Keith wins hands down. He was happy that his marathon performance had evoked a very positive response from the audience. Synonyms reaction, reply, reciprocation, retaliation 1.3Psychology Physiology An excitation of a nerve impulse caused by a change or event; a physical reaction to a specific stimulus or situation. 〔心理，生理〕反应 Example sentencesExamples Hypnotizability is an inherited trait that produces specific physiological and psychophysiological responses. The response to noxious stimuli can be modulated by their repeated application. Stress is not a single conditioning but a response to physical and psychological stimuli. The response to the stimulus on the right and left sides should be compared. The synaesthetic experience is an automatic and involuntary response to certain stimuli. 1.4 The way in which a mechanical or electrical device responds to a stimulus or range of stimuli. （机械或电器设备对刺激的）响应 Example sentencesExamples The complexes also show mechanical responses to pH changes and electrical stimulation. These instruments incorporate 2 - D detectors with spectral responses that fit the waveband of the instruments. When impossible to differentiate electrical responses from background noise, amplitude values were set at 2 V. The sound quality and the bass response are good, even when compared with normal speakers. People often want to know the polychromatic response of a lens or other optical system. 1.5usually responses A part of a religious liturgy said or sung by a congregation in answer to a minister or cantor. （宗教仪式中对牧师或领祷人的）应答（或唱和） Example sentencesExamples The ceremony is begun by the priest, assisted by a cantor or church choir that sings the responses. He also arranged Byzantine liturgical responses in Albanian for mixed choirs. So out went audible responses, the minister's surplice and the litany. Unison congregational responses alternate with vernacular stanzas sung by a cantor. I listened as, at her own request, she was baptized into the catholic faith, and I made the liturgical responses proper to the child's parent. 1.6Bridge A bid made in answer to one's partner's preceding bid. 〔桥牌〕（对同伴叫牌的）应叫 Example sentencesExamples Bidding the negative 2 Diamonds response enables your partner to go some way towards knowing if there are thirty-two points in your combined hands. A three-level reverse is made when partner's response forces you to the 3-level to show your second suit. The response of this person's partner is to play their highest card in this suit as well. Further, a Showcase card may not be used in a trick response when not following suit. Origin Middle English: from Old French respons or Latin responsum ‘something offered in return’, neuter past participle of respondere (see respond).
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