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Meaning & Definition of Affective in English

English

Affective

Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes.


Pronunciation:

/əˈfɛktɪv/

Part of Speech:

adjective

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: Pertaining to or resulting from the emotions.

    Example Sentence: The therapy focused on affective responses to stressful situations.

  • Definition: Influencing emotions and feelings.

    Example Sentence: Her speech had an affective impact on the audience.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'affectivus', meaning 'pertaining to emotions.'

Synonyms

emotionalsentimentalfeeling

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • affective disorder: A psychiatric condition characterized by disturbances in mood.
  • affective response: A reaction based on feelings rather than intellect.

Translations

  • Spanish: afectivo
  • French: affectif
  • German: affektiv
  • Russian: аффективный

Related Words

  • emotion: A natural instinctive state of mind deriving from one's circumstances, mood, or relationships with others.
  • sentiment: A view or attitude toward a situation or event; an opinion.

Slang Meanings of affective

  • Meaning: Having strong feelings

    Example Sentence: He's pretty affective about his beliefs.

  • Meaning: Emotional in a dramatic way

    Example Sentence: That movie was really affective; I cried the whole time.