reflexive — done automatically without conscious thought; relating to reflection or self-examination
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: done automatically without conscious thought; relating to reflection or self-examination
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈfleksɪv/
Korean meaning: 반사적인, 자동적인; 반성적인, 성찰하는
Korean pronunciation: 리-플렉-시브 (강세: 플렉)
Example Sentences
- His reflexive habit of checking his phone every five minutes drove his girlfriend crazy.
- The cat's reflexive pouncing on anything that moves makes it a terrible babysitter.
- Her reflexive apology for everything, even the weather, was endearing but unnecessary.
reflexive
ADJECTIVE//rɪˈfleksɪv//
done automatically without conscious thought; relating to reflection or self-examination
Automatic reaction and self-reflection
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Origin
라틴어 'reflexus'(구부러진, 반사된)에서 유래했습니다. 마치 거울에 반사되듯이 자신을 되돌아보거나 자동으로 반응하는 의미가 담겨있어요.
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“His reflexive habit of checking his phone every five minutes drove his girlfriend crazy.”
“The cat's reflexive pouncing on anything that moves makes it a terrible babysitter.”
“Her reflexive apology for everything, even the weather, was endearing but unnecessary.”
“Reflexive writing helps students develop critical thinking skills.”
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