Dictionary Entry
reactive
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Meaning
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Responding quickly to something or having a tendency to react; showing a reaction.
Example Sentence
The new security system is highly reactive, immediately alerting authorities to any unauthorized access attempts.
Usage Note
Describes individuals, systems, or materials that readily respond to external influences or stimuli. It's common in science (chemical reactions) and psychology (emotional responses).