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View usage for: (rɪspɒnsɪv) 1. adjectiveA responsive person is quick to react to people or events and to show emotions such as pleasure and affection. Harriet was an easy, responsive little girl. This is a responsive class with plenty of ideas. Three months before birth babies are already responsive to sound. Synonyms: sensitive, open, aware, sharp More Synonyms of responsive responsiveness uncountable noun This condition decreases sexual desire and responsiveness. 2. adjectiveIf someone or something is responsive, they react quickly and favourably. Cinnamon is thought to make fat cells more responsive to insulin. [+ to] responsiveness uncountable noun Such responsiveness to public pressure is extraordinary. [+ to] 3. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]A responsive action is made as a reaction to something that has just been said or done. At hearing his name spoken, the dog gave a responsive wag of his tail. responsive in British English (rɪˈspɒnsɪv) adjective1. reacting or replying quickly or favourably, as to a suggestion, initiative, etc 2. (of an organism) reacting to a stimulus Derived forms responsively (reˈsponsively) adverb responsiveness (reˈsponsiveness) noun responsive in American English (rɪˈspɑnsɪv) adjective1. that gives or serves as an answer or response 2. reacting easily or readily to suggestion or appeal a responsive audience 3. containing or consisting of responses responsive reading in church Derived forms responsively (reˈsponsively) adverb responsiveness (reˈsponsiveness) noun Word origin < Fr or LL: Fr responsif < LL responsivusExamples of 'responsive' in a sentenceresponsive All this is a far cry from the promise of a new and highly responsive GP service of a few years ago.The survey is a government initiative designed to make universities more responsive to students.The cars feel more responsive and less sluggish plus each motor handles slightly differently too.He recently said that the most important factor for a successful gig was a responsive audience.It was unbelievably responsive and easy to handle.The touch controls are quick and responsive.It was not wrong to hope that this arrangement might make policing more responsive to public concerns.Modern soldiers are far less responsive to shouting than their predecessors.It is a strong argument for tuition fees that they make universities more responsive to students.Campaigners argue that giving prisoners the right to vote would make politicians more responsive to the concerns of criminals.The handling takes getting used to, but the controls are responsive and the action feels gritty.The older he grows, the more responsive he becomes.Its turbocharged engine is punchy, and the chassis is alert and responsive.If the chipping is done properly you should end up with a quicker, more responsive car.Charities are based on donations of money and goods and need to be highly responsive to their donors' requirements.It forced it to consider more carefully the preferences of the average viewer, to become more responsive to viewers.When women are free to vote and run for public office, governments are more effective and responsive to their people.The moon is in your birth sign, giving you that special something that makes people responsive to your ideas and requests.And with less sugar in your blood, your body produces less insulin and becomes more responsive to both sugar and insulin.Best of all, they're highly responsive.The is sharper, it's eager to turn in more responsive to a quick push on the to chop direction. In other languagesresponsive British English: responsive ADJECTIVE A responsive person is quick to react to people or events and to show emotions such as pleasure and affection. She was an easy, responsive little girl. - American English: responsive
- Brazilian Portuguese: receptivo
- Chinese: 敏感的
- European Spanish: sensible
- French: réactif
- German: ansprechbar
- Italian: che reagisce
- Japanese: 反応のよい
- Korean: 쉽게 넘어가는
- European Portuguese: recetivo
- Latin American Spanish: sensible
Chinese translation of 'responsive' adj - (= receptive)
积(積)极(極)响(響)应(應)的 (jījí xiǎngyìng de) - (to sb's needs, interests etc)
反应(應)灵(靈)敏的 (fǎnyìng língmǐn de)
Definition reacting quickly or favourably to something Synonyms aware sharp alive forthcoming awake reactive quick to react Opposites silent , insensitive , unsympathetic , apathetic , impassive , unresponsive Additional synonymsDefinition easily impressed or influenced the age at which you are most impressionable Synonyms suggestible, vulnerable, susceptible, open, sensitive, responsive, receptive, gullible, ingenuousDefinition ready to consider new ideas He seems open to suggestions. Synonyms receptive, welcoming, sympathetic, responsive, amenable, opN Definition observant a very perceptive critique of Wordsworth Synonyms observant, acute, intelligent, discerning, quick, aware, sharp, sensitive, alert, penetrating, discriminating, shrewd, responsive, astute, intuitive, insightful, percipient, perspicacious (formal) Nearby words ofresponsive - response
- responsibility
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Additional synonymsDefinition willing to consider and accept new ideas or suggestions The voters had seemed receptive to his ideas. Synonyms open, sympathetic, favourable, amenable, interested, welcoming, friendly, accessible, susceptible, open-minded, hospitable, approachable, open to suggestions Definition easily affected emotionally He was unusually susceptible to flattery. Synonyms responsive, sensitive, receptive, alive to, impressionable, easily moved, suggestibleDefinition feeling or showing kindness and understanding It may be that he sees you only as a sympathetic friend. Synonyms caring, kind, understanding, concerned, feeling, interested, kindly, warm, tender, pitying, supportive, responsive, affectionate, compassionate, commiserating, warm-hearted, condoling |