Answer ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Answer ( noun )

1. A thing that is said, written, or done as a reaction to a question, statement, or situation.
2. A solution to a problem or dilemma.
3. A person who responds to a question.

Origin:

Middle english (in the sense ‘swear a vow to’): from old english andswaru (noun), andswarian (verb), of germanic origin; related to dutch antwoord and german antwort.

Examples:

1. I don't know the answer to that question.
2. The answer to this equation is 42.
3. The answer to the pollution problem is to reduce carbon emissions.
4. The student raised his hand to give an answer to the teacher's question.
5. She is the answer to all of our problems.

(As a verb)

Answer ( verb )

1. Respond to (a question or statement).
2. Be responsible or report to someone.
3. Solve or provide a solution to.

Origin:

Middle english (in the sense ‘swear a vow to’): from old english andswaru (noun), andswarian (verb), of germanic origin; related to dutch antwoord and german antwort.

Examples:

1. I asked him a question, but he didn't answer.
2. She answered to the CEO of the company.
3. The new software will answer all of our problems.