reaktiv
Translation
reactive
Examples
Dieses Element ist chemisch sehr reaktiv.
This element is chemically very reactive.
Er hat eine reaktive Persönlichkeit.
He has a reactive personality.
Grammar Patterns
((auf+4)) to be reactive to sth. The gas is reactive to light.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reagierend (reacting), ansprechbar (responsive); Antonyms: inaktiv (inactive), träge (sluggish), inert (inert)
Etymology
Adjective derived from 'Reaktion'. The suffix '-iv' is equivalent to English '-ive', indicating a quality or tendency.
Memory Tips
A direct cognate of the English 'reactive'. Used in both chemical and psychological contexts.