Definition of "reflexive"

(grammar) Referring back to the subject, or having an object equal to the subject.  examples

(mathematics) 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).  examples

Of or resulting from a reflex.  examples

(figurative) Producing immediate response, spontaneous.  examples

Synonym of reflective  examples

(grammar) A reflexive pronoun.  examples

(grammar) A reflexive verb.  examples