affective


Definition: Meaning of, affective in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / əˈfɛktɪv /

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  1. relating to or having an effect on the emotions
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affective used in phrases

  • affective computing (noun)
    1. computing in which the computer measures the user's emotional state and then uses this information in order to change the way it reacts to the user
  • affective disorder (noun)
    1. any mental disorder not caused by detectable organic abnormalities of the brain and in which a major disturbance of emotions is predominant
  • major affective disorder (noun)
    1. any mental disorder not caused by detectable organic abnormalities of the brain and in which a major disturbance of emotions is predominant
  • seasonal affective disorder (noun)
    1. an illness that makes people feel sad and tired in winter, because there is not enough light from the sun [=  SAD]
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