To win Jeopardy, retort quickly don't procrastinate to answer.
One solution would be 'replied'
The root noun of the word "indistinct" is "distinct," which means clear, easily perceived, or sharply defined.
"Upbraid" means to scold, criticize, or reproach someone sharply for a fault or wrongdoing.
sharply
you could write: "I have no idea what the word abrasian means"said Lucy "ok" replied her teacher
The likely word is replying (answering).
I received a request for that information but I have not replied yet.
The word sharply modifies an action to indicate it is done in a sharp (or precise) manner.
The car turned the corner so sharply, that it went up on two wheels! He answers pointed questions sharply.
"Sharply" is not typically considered a loaded word. It is an adverb that is commonly used to describe the intensity or suddenness of a change or action.
sharply