单词 | responsive |
释义 | responsive (rɪspɒnsɪv ) 1. adjective A responsive person is quick to react to people or events and to show emotions such as pleasure and affection. Harriet was an easy, responsive little girl. This is a responsive class with plenty of ideas. Three months before birth babies are already responsive to sound. Synonyms: sensitive, open, aware, sharp responsiveness uncountable noun This condition decreases sexual desire and responsiveness. 2. adjective If someone or something is responsive, they react quickly and favourably. Cinnamon is thought to make fat cells more responsive to insulin. [+ to] responsiveness uncountable noun Such responsiveness to public pressure is extraordinary. [+ to] 3. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun] A responsive action is made as a reaction to something that has just been said or done. At hearing his name spoken, the dog gave a responsive wag of his tail. Collocations: highly responsive All this is a far cry from the promise of a new and highly responsive GP service of a few years ago. Times, Sunday Times (2017) Charities are based on donations of money and goods and need to be highly responsive to their donors' requirements. Times, Sunday Times (2014) Best of all, they're highly responsive. Times, Sunday Times (2015) It's perfect for taking the stress out of city driving with light but responsive steering and a smooth auto box. The Sun (2009) Add in a sweet six-speed gearbox and responsive steering and you have a Beetle with genuine driver appeal. The Sun (2012) The drive is a nice blend with light responsive steering, a precise six-speed gearbox and a ride that feels from the class above. The Sun (2010) Translations: Chinese: 敏感的 Japanese: 反応のよい |
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