reactivity

[riːækˈtɪvɪti]

reactivity Definition

• 1. the state or quality of being reactive, especially the ease and speed with which a substance undergoes a chemical reaction
• 2. the tendency of a person to react emotionally or in an exaggerated way to a situation

Using reactivity: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reactivity" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The reactivity of the metal increases when it is heated.

• Example

  The reactivity of the chemicals in the experiment was unexpected.

• Example

  Her reactivity to criticism made it difficult to work with her.

reactivity Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reactivity

• responsiveness
• sensitivity
• susceptibility
• instability

Antonyms for reactivity

• unresponsiveness
• insensitivity
• inactivity

Phrases with reactivity

• chemical reactivity

  the ability of a substance to undergo a chemical reaction

  Example

  The chemical reactivity of the metal was tested in the lab.

• emotional reactivity

  the tendency of a person to react emotionally or in an exaggerated way to a situation

  Example

  Her emotional reactivity made it hard for her to deal with stressful situations.

• nuclear reactivity

  the ability of a substance to undergo a nuclear reaction

  Example

  The nuclear reactivity of the fuel rods was monitored closely by the technicians.

📌

Summary: reactivity in Brief

Reactivity [riːækˈtɪvɪti] refers to the ease and speed with which a substance undergoes a chemical reaction, or the tendency of a person to react emotionally or in an exaggerated way to a situation. Examples include 'The reactivity of the metal increases when it is heated.' and 'Her reactivity to criticism made it difficult to work with her.' Synonyms include 'responsiveness' and 'sensitivity,' while informal equivalents are 'touchiness' and 'hair-trigger.'