Definition

The quality or state of responding to something, often quickly or strongly.

Example

The reactiveness of the chemical mixture caused it to change color when exposed to air.

Conversation

I've been reading about reactiveness in our emotions.

Oh really? What did you find out?

It mentioned how our reactiveness can affect our relationships.

That makes sense; being aware of it can help us communicate better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reactiveness → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again or back) and "act" (from Latin "agere", meaning to do or perform) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "reactiveness" refers to the quality of responding or acting again in response to a stimulus.

Memory Tip

Think of 'acting again' ('re-' means again and 'act' means to do) to remember that 'reactiveness' is about the quality of responding to something.

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