react (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /riˈækt/
Definition
To behave or feel in a particular way because of something that is happening or has happened.
Examples
She did not react well to the criticism.
How did he react when you told him the news?
The drug can react with other medicines.
How to Use react
- react to (prepositional phrase)
- To show a feeling or action in response to something. — "How did you react to the surprise party?"
- react against (prepositional phrase)
- To oppose or show disapproval of something. — "Many people are reacting against the government's decision."
- react with (prepositional phrase)
- To have a particular feeling or do a particular thing because of something else. — "The child reacted with fear to the loud noise."
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