reflexive


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

Pronunciation: / rɪˈflɛksɪv /

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  1. a reflexive verb or PRONOUN shows that the action in a sentence affects the person or thing that does the action. In the sentence 'I enjoyed myself', 'myself' is reflexive
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reflexive used in phrases

  • reflexive pronoun (noun)
    1. a personal pronoun compounded with -self to show the agent's action affects the agent
  • reflexive verb (noun)
    1. a verb whose agent performs an action that is directed at the agent
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