Reactive Meaning
/ɹiːˈæktɪv/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
adjThat reacts or responds to a stimulus.
adjThat readily takes part in reactions.
Sentence Examples
Mary's realisation that she was gay plunged her into a reactive depression.
We'd much rather be proactive than reactive.
Retroactive jealousy is more toxic than reactive jealousy.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The chemical is highly ____ and will explode if exposed to air.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The metal was highly ____ and had to be stored under oil to prevent it from igniting in air.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English react Proto-Indo-European *-wós Proto-Indo-European *-iHwósder. Latin -īvus Old French -ifbor. Middle English -yf English -ive English reactive From react + -ive.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The chemical is highly ____ and will explode if exposed to air.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The metal was highly ____ and had to be stored under oil to prevent it from igniting in air.