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Word: Reflexive
Speech Type: Adjective
rɪˈflɛksɪv
denoting a pronoun that refers back to the subject of the clause in which it is used, e.g. myself, themselves.
Short Definition:denoting pronoun that refers back to subject of clause in which it is used
(of a relation) always holding between a term and itself.
Short Definition:(of relation) always holding between term and itself
(of a method or theory in the social sciences) taking account of itself or of the effect of the personality or presence of the researcher on what is being investigated.
Short Definition:taking account of itself or of effect of personality or presence of researcher on what
(of an action) performed as a reflex, without conscious thought
Short Definition:performed as reflex, without conscious thought
Examples:- at concerts like this one standing ovations have become reflexive
Word: Reflexive
Speech Type: Noun
rɪˈflɛksɪv
a reflexive word or form, especially a pronoun.
Short Definition:reflexive word
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