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reflexive

/rɪˈflɛksɪv/

reflexivenoun

reflexives

/rɪˈflɛksɪv/

Used in linguistics to refer to a reflexive pronoun.

Definitions

(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.

Synonyms

reflexive pronoun

self-referring pronoun

reflexive verb

reflexiveadjective

more reflexive

Comp.

most reflexive

Super.

/rɪˈflɛksɪv/

Translations

The reflexive nature of the process allows for self-correction.

Рефлексивный характер процесса позволяет самокоррекцию.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms