Definition

The quality or state of being able to reflect on oneself or one's actions.

Example

The reflexiveness of her thoughts allowed her to understand her motivations better.

Conversation

I was reading about the concept of reflexiveness in psychology.

Oh really? What does it mean?

It's basically about how we can reflect on our own thoughts and actions.

That sounds interesting! I think being aware of that can really help us grow.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reflexiveness → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "flectere" (meaning to bend). The suffix "-ness" indicates a state or quality. Thus, reflexiveness refers to the quality of bending back or reflecting again.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bending back' ('flectere') again ('re-') to remember that reflexiveness means the quality of reflecting or bending back.

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