Respectively
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈspɛktɪvli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Respectively is an adverb meaning In a relative manner; often used when comparing array lists, where the term denotes that the items in the lists correspond to each other in the order they are given.
Meaning
In a relative manner; often used when comparing array lists, where the term denotes that the items in the lists correspond to each other in the order they are given.
Example Sentences
Visible distance behind and before us, is respectively our image of memory and hope.
The 49th and 50th states of the United States of America are Alaska and Hawaii, respectively.
Serena Williams and Roger Federer won the women's and men's singles titles, respectively, at the 2010 Australian Open.
Arriva and MTR, both private companies, are paid a fixed fee to operate Overground and Elizabeth line services respectively.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include one, correspondingly, successively, consecutively, were, successive.
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