How to Pronounce Reactive

To pronounce "reactive", say REACT-iv-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

REACT-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “reactive”

"reactive" has 3 syllables: react-iv-e. It rhymes with attractive and active, if that helps it stick.

What does reactive mean?

adjective

  1. That reacts or responds to a stimulus
  2. That readily takes part in reactions

    “francium is the most reactive of the alkali metals.”

Antonyms

proactive

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Words that rhyme with reactive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

attractiveactiveproactiveinactiveinteractivehyperactiveradioactiveretroactiveunattractiveoveractivepractivetractive

Related words

sensitiveunstableexcitedoxidizableactivatedresponsivenessreactionresponsive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reactive"?▾

"Reactive" has 3 syllables: react · iv · e.

What does "reactive" mean?▾

Reactive: That reacts or responds to a stimulus

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