Respondent
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈspɒn.dənt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Respondent is a noun meaning One who responds; one who replies.
Meaning
One who responds; one who replies.
More Meanings
- (law) A defendant, especially in a case instituted by a petition or in appellate and divorce proceedings.
- A person replying to a questionnaire.
- Disposed or expected to respond; answering; according; corresponding.
Example Sentences
wealth […]respondent […]to payment and contributions
Word Forms
- respondents
Synonyms for respondent
Depending on context, synonyms include responsive, answering, answerer, responder.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include responder, answerer, answering, responsive, reply, respond.
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