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Affective

Definition:

Affective is an adjective that describes emotions, feelings, and the expression of those emotions. It refers to the subjective and emotional aspects of human experience.

Senses:

1. Relating to Emotions:

In this sense, affective means connected to or influenced by emotions.

Example Sentence: Her affective response to the heartwarming movie made her cry tears of joy.

2. Pertaining to Mood:

Affective, in this sense, refers to anything that affects or changes one's mood or emotional state.

Example Sentence: Listening to uplifting music can have an affective impact on people's overall happiness.

3. Involving Esthetic or Emotional Appreciation:

Affective, in this context, refers to experiences that are deeply felt or emotionally moving.

Example Sentence: The affective power of the painting left the audience in awe.

Usages:

Affective can be used:

• To describe the way someone expresses their emotions or their emotional reactions.
• To refer to the impact or influence of something on emotions or mood.
• To discuss experiences or art that elicit strong emotional responses.

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