reactive (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /riˈæktɪv/
Definition
Responding or tending to respond in a particular way to a stimulus or influence.
Examples
Her reactive nature meant she often jumped to conclusions.
The drug is designed to be reactive to specific cancer cells.
His reactive approach to problems often led to more issues.
How to Use reactive
- reactive to (prepositional phrase)
- Responding in a particular way to something. — "The plant is reactive to changes in light."
- reactive nature (collocation)
- A personality or characteristic that involves responding to stimuli rather than initiating action. — "Her reactive nature often led to misunderstandings."
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