A PRIVATE RESPONSE is a RESPONSE given in a PRIVATE setting, usually between two people. The crossword solutions for the term PRIVATE RESPONSE are SIR (3 letters), SALUTE (6 letters), NOSIR (5 letters), YESSIR (6 letters), and MAEWEST (7 letters). SIR is an honorific title used to address a man of higher social status, such as a knight or baronet. SALUTE is a gesture of respect, such as a military SALUTE or a bow. NOSIR is a negative RESPONSE to a question, similar to 'no SIR'. YESSIR is a positive RESPONSE to a question, similar to 'yes SIR'. MAEWEST is an expression of surprise or disbelief, similar to 'my goodness'.