reflexive

/ɹɪˈflɛksɪv/adj
Middle School
1

Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.

2

Of a relation R on a set S, such that xRx for all members x of S (that is, the relation holds between any element of the set and itself).

3

Of or resulting from a reflex.

4

Producing immediate response, spontaneous.

5

Producing or provoking a reciprocal response.

6

Synonym of reflective.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing