1. a spoken or written reply to a question
2. the correct solution to a problem or puzzle

1. to give a spoken or written reply to a question
2. to respond to a telephone call or doorbell
3. to be responsible or accountable for something

Examples

• She raised her hand to answer the teacher’s question.
• The answer to the math problem is 42.
• Please answer your phone when I call.
• He answered the door when the delivery arrived.
• The CEO must answer to the board of directors.
• I don’t know the answer to that riddle.
• Can you answer this email by tomorrow?
• The student answered correctly on the test.