reflexive Synonyms & Antonyms
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Reflexive as an Adjective
Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.
Of a relation R on a set S, such that xRx for all members x of S (that is, the relation holds between any element of the set and itself).
"Equals" is a reflexive relation, as it holds for all possible x; "not less" is non-reflexive because it is true only for some x and y, "unequal" is irreflexive, as it never holds between x and itself.
Of or resulting from a reflex.
The electric shock elicited an automatic and reflexive response from him.
Producing immediate response, spontaneous.
a reflexive dislike
Producing or provoking a reciprocal response.
Synonym of reflective.
That reflects, or redirects back to the source.
Mirrors are reflective.
Pondering, especially thinking back on the past.
He always becomes reflective in preparation for the new year.
That reveals or shows; revealing; indicative of.
Involving reflection.
(grammar) Reciprocal.
(grammar) Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.
Antonyms & near antonyms
Reflexive as a Noun
A reflexive pronoun.
A reflexive verb.
(grammar) A reflexive pronoun.
(grammar) A reflexive verb.
Reflexive in a Sentence
"Equals" is a reflexive relation, as it holds for all possible x; "not less" is non-reflexive because it is true only for some x and y, "unequal" is irreflexive, as it never holds between x and itself.
The electric shock elicited an automatic and reflexive response from him.
a reflexive dislike
Mirrors are reflective.
He always becomes reflective in preparation for the new year.
"Equals" is a reflexive relation.
Word Forms & Grammar
reflexive (not comparable)
reflexive (plural reflexives)
Words That Rhyme With Reflexive
Origin of Reflexive
From Medieval Latin reflexīvus, from Latin reflexus, equivalent to reflex + -ive.
Quick Facts About Reflexive
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹɪˈflɛksɪv/ |
| Meaning | Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject |
| Antonyms | irreflexive, non-reflexive and nonreflexive |
| Plural | reflexives |
Reflexive: Your Questions Answered
Is reflexive an adjective or a noun?
Reflexive is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the opposite of reflexive?
The opposite of reflexive can be expressed with words like irreflexive, non-reflexive and nonreflexive.
What is the plural of reflexive?
The plural of reflexive is reflexives.