ANSWERING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

replying

Example: an answering glance; an answering smile

Synonyms

Reply, Respond, Answer, Suffice, Answering

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "answering" comes from Middle English answeryng.

🔗 Related Words

answer – A related word in the same word family.

ing – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Middle English was a melting pot where Germanic, French, and Latin words competed and blended.