reaction

noun B1

Meaning

A reaction is how someone responds to something that happens or is said.
💡 Don't confuse "reaction" with "action"; reaction is what you do after something happens.

Example Sentences

Her reaction to the news was very surprising to me .
Her reaction to the surprise party was full of joy .
His reaction to the news was not very positive .

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