Entgegnen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entgegnen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to reply", "to respond" or "to retort".

Essential properties of "entgegnen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: entgegnen
  • Simple past: entgegnete
  • Participle: entgegnet

See full conjugation of entgegnen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "entgegnen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To respond or reply to something"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er entgegnete, dass er keine Zeit habe.He replied that he had no time.
  2. Auf die Frage entgegnete sie mit einem Lächeln.She replied to the question with a smile.
  3. Der Lehrer entgegnete auf die Kritik mit Geduld.The teacher responded to the criticism with patience.
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