react (리-액트 (강세: 액트)) — to respond or behave in a particular way as a result of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to respond or behave in a particular way as a result of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /riˈækt/
Korean meaning: 반응하다, 대응하다
Korean pronunciation: 리-액트 (강세: 액트)
Example Sentences
- My cat reacts to the doorbell like it's an alien invasion.
- Students react differently when they hear 'pop quiz'.
- How will the public react to this new policy?
react
VERB//riˈækt//
to respond or behave in a particular way as a result of something
The chemicals reacted first — then everyone in the room did too.
RE the ACTION — to react is just an action answering back.
React to the right action — and feel the pure satisfaction.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 온 단어로, '다시(re-)'와 '행동하다(act)'가 결합된 형태입니다. 원래 어떤 행동에 대해 '다시 행동한다'는 의미에서 '반응한다'는 뜻으로 발전했습니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat reacts to the doorbell like it's an alien invasion.”
“Students react differently when they hear 'pop quiz'.”
“How will the public react to this new policy?”
“The chemicals react when heated to 100 degrees.”
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