verb as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:She quickly replied to his joke with a witty comeback.

Definition:Answered quickly after a question or comment was made.

From quickly replied

Example:He replied in the same tone of voice he had used to give the instruction.

Definition:Answered using the same manner or language.

From replied in

Example:When the interviewer asked a difficult question, he replied with a smile, showing his confidence.

Definition:Answered with a smile, indicating a pleasant or positive response.

From replied with a smile

Example:She replied softly, not wanting others to hear her.

Definition:Answered in a low, quiet voice.

From replied softly

Example:He replied in agreement when the proposal was made.

Definition:Answered to show that one agrees with something.

From replied in agreement

Example:She replied indignantly at his unjust accusation.

Definition:Answered with strong protest or noticeable annoyance.

From replied indignantly

Example:The student replied enthusiastically when asked if he wanted to participate in the debate.

Definition:Answered with excitement or eagerness.

From replied enthusiastically

Example:He replied thoughtfully, after digesting the information for a moment.

Definition:Answered after careful consideration.

From replied thoughtfully

Example:He replied with anger, defending his position against the criticism.

Definition:Answered in a rude, insulting, or angrily manner.

From replied with anger

Example:She replied matter-of-factly, without any emotion in her voice.

Definition:Answered in a straightforward, unemotional, or matter-of-fact manner.

From replied matter-of-factly