responsive (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /rɪˈspɒnsɪv/

Definition

Reacting quickly and positively to something.

Examples

• The audience was very responsive to the comedian's jokes.

• She is always responsive to her patients' needs.

• The market has been surprisingly responsive to the new product.

How to Use responsive

responsive to (prepositional phrase)

Reacting to a particular stimulus or situation. — "The company is responsive to customer feedback."

Synonyms of responsive

Words with a similar meaning to responsive:

• reacting
• attentive
• quick
• sympathetic

Antonyms of responsive

Words with the opposite meaning to responsive:

• unresponsive
• insensitive

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