noun
Uncommon
respondent
rih-SPON-duhnt
Respondent (noun) means a person who answers a survey, questionnaire, or set of questions. Example: “Most respondents said they preferred working from home.”
noun
1
A person who answers a survey, questionnaire, or set of questions.
"Most respondents said they preferred working from home."
2
In law, the party who answers or defends against a claim, especially in an appeal or divorce case.
"The respondent's lawyer argued the appeal should be dismissed."
How to use respondent
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who gives an answer — either to a survey, or as the defending party in a legal case.
Common mistake
In court cases, don't confuse "respondent" (the one answering an appeal or petition) with "defendant" (used in the original trial).
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Word forms
- Plural
- respondents
- Comparative
- more respondent
- Superlative
- most respondent
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What does “respondent” mean?
The word “respondent” means a person who answers a survey, questionnaire, or set of questions. In plain terms, someone who gives an answer — either to a survey, or as the defending party in a legal case.
How do you pronounce “respondent”?
“Respondent” is pronounced rih-SPON-duhnt (/ɹɪˈspɑn.dənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “respondent” in a sentence?
Here is “respondent” used in a sentence: “Most respondents said they preferred working from home.”
What part of speech is “respondent”?
“Respondent” is a noun.
Is “respondent” a common word?
“Respondent” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “respondent” have?
“Respondent” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who answers a survey, questionnaire, or set of questions.
