reflexed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈflɛkst/
KK: /rɪˈflɛkst/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is turned or bent backward or downward.
Example
The reflexed leaves of the plant give it a unique appearance.
Conversation
Did you notice how the branches of that tree are reflexed?
Yeah, it looks so interesting how they bend back like that.
I wonder if that happens due to the wind or something else.
Probably! It gives the tree such a unique shape.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
curved
bent
reversed
Antonyms
straight
flat
aligned
verb
Definition
To bend or turn back, often used in the context of a physical movement or response.
Example
The gymnast reflexed her body to avoid falling off the balance beam.
Tense Forms
Past: reflexed
Past Participle: reflexed
Conversation
Did you see how quickly she reflexed to catch that ball?
I know, right? It was like she was a professional athlete!
I wish I could reflexed like that when playing sports.
Root Explanation
Reflexed → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "flectere" (meaning to bend). The word "reflexed" means bent back or turned back again.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'bent back' — 're-' means again, and 'flectere' means to bend.
Visually Confused Words
coreflexed
refeed
flexed
retroflexed
relaxed