reflexive
US /rɪˈflek.sɪv/
UK /rɪˈflek.sɪv/
1.
refleksif
denoting a pronoun or verb form that refers to the subject of the sentence or clause in which it stands
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In 'She taught herself to play the piano,' 'herself' is a reflexive pronoun.
Dalam 'Dia mengajari dirinya sendiri bermain piano,' 'dirinya sendiri' adalah kata ganti refleksif.
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Many verbs in Spanish are reflexive, like 'lavarse' (to wash oneself).
Banyak kata kerja dalam bahasa Spanyol bersifat refleksif, seperti 'lavarse' (mencuci diri sendiri).
2.
refleksif, tidak sadar
acting or done in response to a stimulus without conscious thought
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The doctor checked her reflexive eye movements.
Dokter memeriksa gerakan mata refleksifnya.
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His reaction was purely reflexive, a sudden jerk.
Reaksinya murni refleksif, sentakan tiba-tiba.