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responsive
adjective re·spon·sive \ri-ˈspän(t)-siv\
: reacting in a desired or positive way
: quick to react or respond
Full Definition of RESPONSIVE
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First Known Use of RESPONSIVE
15th century
RESPONSIVENESS Defined for Kids
responsive
adjective re·spon·sive \ri-ˈspän-siv\
Definition of RESPONSIVE for Kids
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: showing interest <He was not responsive to our invitation.>
2
: quick to respond in a sympathetic way <The store is responsive to its customer's needs.>
— re·spon·sive·ly adverb
— re·spon·sive·ness noun
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responsive
adjective re·spon·sive \ri-ˈspän(t)-siv\
Medical Definition of RESPONSIVE
: making a response; especially : responding to treatment <pain responsive to opioids>
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