respondent

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun the codefendant (especially in a divorce proceeding) who is accused of adultery with the corespondent
noun someone who responds
adjective replying

"Boo-o-o!" replied the invisible respondent. — Sword and Pen: Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier, John Algernon Owens
The voice behind him droned along: “Differences about money matters—extravagance of the respondent” (What a word! — The Forsyte Saga - Complete, John Galsworthy
“Any news?” said the respondent, taking out a strip of tobacco and a large hunting-knife from his pocket. — Uncle Tom's Cabin, Harriet Beecher Stowe

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