Respective
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈspɛktɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Respective is an adjective meaning Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own.
Meaning
Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own.
More Meanings
- (obsolete) Noticing with attention; careful; wary.
- (obsolete) Looking toward; having reference to; relative, not absolute.
- (obsolete) Fitted to awaken respect.
- (obsolete) Rendering respect; respectful; regardful.
Example Sentences
the respective connections of society
They returned to their respective places of abode.
With a respective shame, rose, took us by the hands.
What should it be that he respects in her / But I can make respective in myself,
Synonyms for respective
Depending on context, synonyms include corresponding, relevant, specific, various, several.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include several, various, individual, particular, special, specific.
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