Associations to the word «Respective»

Wiktionary

RESPECTIVE, adjective. Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own.
RESPECTIVE, adjective. (obsolete) Noticing with attention; careful; wary.
RESPECTIVE, adjective. (obsolete) Looking toward; having reference to; relative, not absolute.
RESPECTIVE, adjective. (obsolete) Fitted to awaken respect.
RESPECTIVE, adjective. (obsolete) Rendering respect; respectful; regardful.

Dictionary definition

RESPECTIVE, adjective. Considered individually; "the respective club members"; "specialists in their several fields"; "the various reports all agreed".

Wise words

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