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Refractiveness

Definition:

Refractiveness refers to the quality or state of being refractory, resistant, or unyielding.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: refractiveness
• Adjective: refractive

Senses:

1. Noun - Refractiveness:

   1. The state or quality of being resistant to external forces or control.

   2. The tendency to oppose authority or resist persuasion.

   Example Sentence:

   "Despite numerous attempts to convince the rebellious teenager, her refractiveness towards rules and parental advice remained unchanged."

2. Adjective - Refractive:

   1. Having the ability to cause refraction.

   2. Characterized by the bending of light or other electromagnetic waves.

   Example Sentence:

   "The refractive index of the diamond is remarkably high, causing light to bend and sparkle with brilliance."

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