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Definition responsive in American English

responsive adjective

adjective
/rɪˈspɑnsɪv/
1

quick to react in the way that is needed, appropriate, or right for a particular situation

Example

This car's steering is extremely responsive.

Example

The employer was responsive to our safety concerns.

Example

It is difficult to assess whether this type of skin problem would be equally responsive to treatment.

Synonyms and related words
sensitive responsive ticklish
2

showing interest or emotion in reaction to someone or something

Example

an energetic and responsive baby

Synonyms and related words
sensitive responsive ticklish
3

willing to reply to a question or to talk about something

Example

She wasn't very responsive when I asked her how the interview had gone.

Synonyms and related words
obedient cooperative law-abiding
Definition responsive in American English