Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Specific to individuals in a group or different situations, often focusing on particular characters or attributes.
Respective
/rɪˈspektɪv/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Grent and Kane send coordinates from their own respective data-pads.
Each student presented their ideas in their respective groups.
The managers shared updates about their respective departments.
Etymology:
From Latin respectivus, meaning relating to each separately, derived from respectus, and subsequently from Middle French respectif. First appeared in English in the late 16th century.
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