Finesentence logo

Responsive: meaning, definitions and examples

🔄
Add to dictionary

responsive

 

[ rɪˈspɒnsɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

web design

Reacting quickly and positively to any changes or new ideas, especially in the context of web design.

Synonyms

adaptive, flexible, reactive

Examples of usage

  • The responsive design of the website ensures optimal viewing on all devices.
  • The developer created a responsive layout that adapts to different screen sizes.
  • The responsive nature of the website allows for a seamless user experience.
  • The team prides itself on its responsive approach to design.
  • Being responsive to user feedback is crucial for improving the website.

Translations

Translations of the word "responsive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 responsivo

🇮🇳 उत्तरदायी

🇩🇪 reaktionsschnell

🇮🇩 responsif

🇺🇦 відповідальний

🇵🇱 responsywny

🇯🇵 応答性がある

🇫🇷 réactif

🇪🇸 sensible

🇹🇷 duyarlı

🇰🇷 반응이 빠른

🇸🇦 مستجيب

🇨🇿 responsivní

🇸🇰 responzívny

🇨🇳 响应式

🇸🇮 odziven

🇮🇸 svarandi

🇰🇿 жылдам жауап беретін

🇬🇪 რეაგირებადი

🇦🇿 cavab verən

🇲🇽 sensible

Etymology

The word 'responsive' originated from the verb 'respond' which comes from the Latin word 'respondēre', meaning 'to answer'. The concept of being responsive has evolved over time to also include the idea of reacting quickly and positively to changes or new ideas, especially in the context of web design.

See also: autoresponder, respondent, respondents, responder, responders, responsiveness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,574 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.