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reaction

The correct spelling is reaction.

How to pronounce reaction

/ɹiˈækʃən/
noun

IPA: /ɹiˈækʃən/

Say it like: Ree-csh-on

The correct spelling is reaction. An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event. For example: "The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."

Usage Examples

The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction.

In this reaction, the acid and base will neutralize each other, producing a salt.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.
  2. 2.A transformation in which one or more substances is converted into another by combination or decomposition.
  3. 3.Reactionary politics; a period in which reactionary thought or politics is resurgent or dominant.

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