reactive

CEFRB1

/ɹiːˈæktɪv/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Responding quickly to a situation rather than planning ahead.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Able to take part in a chemical reaction.

Examples

  • Mary's realisation that she was gay plunged her into a reactive depression.

  • Retroactive jealousy is more toxic than reactive jealousy.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Characterized by induction or capacitance rather than resistance.

  2. That readily takes part in reactions.

  3. That reacts or responds to a stimulus.

More examples

In context

  • We'd much rather be proactive than reactive.

  • francium is the most reactive of the alkali metals.

Antonyms

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Origin

adjective

From react + -ive.