reaction
nounUK /riˈækʃən/
US /riˈækʃən/
Something you do or feel because of something else that happened.
Her reaction to the surprise party was a big smile.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A change that happens when two chemicals are mixed together.
The science experiment caused a colorful reaction in the glass.
3. A way your body fights off something harmful, like a germ or a food.
He had an allergic reaction to the peanuts.
4. A sudden change in how you feel or act, often showing strong emotion.
The crowd's reaction to the goal was loud cheering.