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receptive

 

[ rɪˈsɛptɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

psychology

Willing to consider or accept new suggestions and ideas; open to new experiences or information.

Synonyms

accepting, open-minded, responsive

Examples of usage

  • She has a very receptive attitude towards feedback from her colleagues.
  • Being receptive to different perspectives can lead to personal growth and understanding.
Context #2 | Adjective

biology

Having the ability to respond to stimuli or signals; capable of receiving and transmitting information.

Synonyms

reactive, responsive, sensitive

Examples of usage

  • The receptor cells in the human eye are highly receptive to light.
  • Plants have receptors that make them receptive to changes in the environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "receptive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 receptivo

🇮🇳 संग्राहक (sangrahak)

🇩🇪 empfänglich

🇮🇩 reseptif

🇺🇦 сприйнятливий

🇵🇱 otwarty

🇯🇵 受容的 (juyō-teki)

🇫🇷 réceptif

🇪🇸 receptivo

🇹🇷 alımlı

🇰🇷 수용적인 (suyong-jeok-in)

🇸🇦 متقبل (mutaqabbil)

🇨🇿 vnímavý

🇸🇰 vnímavý

🇨🇳 接受的 (jiēshòu de)

🇸🇮 dovzeten

🇮🇸 viðtæk

🇰🇿 қабылдағыш

🇬🇪 მიმღები (mimghebi)

🇦🇿 qəbul edən

🇲🇽 receptivo

Etymology

The word 'receptive' has its origins in the Latin word 'receptivus', which means 'capable of receiving'. The term evolved over time to its current usage in English, where it denotes a willingness to accept or consider new ideas. The concept of being receptive has been valued in various fields, from psychology to biology, highlighting the importance of openness and responsiveness in different contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,236, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.