React

/ɹɪˈækt/

/ɹiˈækt/

to react

to act or behave in a particular way in response to something

(physics) to be subject to physical or chemical change

to show a hostile response to an opposing action

(physics) to cause a substance to change by interacting with other substances

to have an adverse reaction to something particular such as food, smell, etc., particularly one that causes illness

Example

The security team is trained to react decisively to potential threats.

The athlete trained to react instantly to the coach's signals, making split-second decisions during the game.

In a negotiation, it's crucial to react strategically to the other party's proposals.

Drivers must be prepared to react to sudden changes in traffic conditions to avoid accidents on the road.

The political leader had to react promptly to the evolving situation, addressing concerns and making policy adjustments.

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