To Respond
To Comply
intransitive verb, ichidan verb
Because the hiragana ends with an う sound, you know this word is a verb. The kanji itself means respond so the verb vocab version is to respond.
応じる is a formal word that describes acting favorably in response to a call, request, or demand. For example, 注文に応じる goes beyond just taking orders; it means adapting appropriately and fulfilling them.
The reading is actually the same as the one you learned with the kanji! Not too shabby.
ジョンはゼッタイに説得には応じないつもりみたいだよ。
John seems absolutely determined not to be persuaded.
ニコラス・ケイジは、サインがほしいというファンの申し出に、笑顔で応じた。
Nicolas Cage responded with a smile to a fan's request for an autograph.
先方は、我々の二割りの値下げ要求に応じるでしょうか？
Do you think they will accept our request for a 20% discount?