early 15c., "making answer," from Middle French responsif and directly from Late Latin responsivus "answering," from Latin respons-, past participle stem of respondere (see respond). Meaning "responding to influence or action" is from 1762. Related: Responsively; responsiveness.
双语例句
1. Burke's sentiments undoubtedly struck a responsive chord in Parliament.
伯克的观点无疑引起了议会的积极回应。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Three months before birth babies are already responsive to sound.
在出生前3个月，胎儿就已经对声音有反应了。
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3. Harriet was an easy, responsive little girl.
哈丽雅特是一个随和机灵的小女孩。
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4. Firms have to be responsive to consumer demand.
公司必须对顾客的需求作出积极反应。
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5. The company is highly responsive to changes in demand.
