zuru verb, intransitive verb
Used for replying to a question, responding to a request, or meeting a demand. Often interchangeable with 応じる, but 応ずる sounds slightly more formal or literary.
See also: 応じる
質問に応ずる用意があります。
I am prepared to answer your questions.
彼は呼びかけにすぐ応じた。
He immediately responded to the call.
zuru verb, intransitive verb
Used for meeting conditions, accepting an offer, or complying with a request. Often seen in formal contexts such as business or official procedures.
条件に応ずる企業は少ない。
Few companies satisfy the conditions.
彼は依頼に快く応じた。
He willingly accepted the request.