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reflexive

UK
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/
US
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/

Translations

reflexivenoun
reflexives
pl
UK
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/
US
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/
Used in linguistics to refer to a reflexive pronoun.
Synonyms
reflexive pronoun
self-referent
self-referring pronoun
self-pronoun
self
reflexive verb
reflexiveadjective
more reflexive
Comp.
most reflexive
Super.
UK
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/
US
/rɪˈflɛksɪv/
The reflexive nature of the process allows for self-correction.
Рефлексивный характер процесса позволяет самокоррекцию.
Synonyms
self-referential
automatic
auto-referential
self-directed

Definitions

reflexivenoun
(Linguistics) A reflexive pronoun.
In the sentence "He taught himself Spanish," "himself" is a reflexive.
(Mathematics, Logic) A binary relation that is reflexive, i.e., one that holds between every element and itself.
Equality is a reflexive: every number is equal to itself.
reflexiveadjective
Relating to or characterized by a reflex, an automatic response to a stimulus.
The reflexive action of blinking helps protect the eyes from dust and debris.
Denoting a pronoun that refers back to the subject of the clause in which it is used.
In the sentence 'She taught herself to play the piano,' 'herself' is a reflexive pronoun.
Describing a relationship or process that is directed back on itself.
The reflexive nature of the discussion allowed participants to reflect on their own biases.
(Mathematics, Logic) Relating to a binary relation that holds between every element and itself.
Equality is a reflexive relation, because every number is equal to itself.
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