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Definition of responsiveness

responsiveness

/ɹɪˈspɑːn.sɪv.nəs/
re · spon · sive · ness
Adverb:responsively
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Adjective:responsive
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responsiveness Lexical Profile

responsiveness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of reacting quickly, positively, and empathetically to people, inquiries, or changing circumstances.

Example

"The company was praised for its responsiveness to customer feedback and complaints."

2

The capacity of a physical, biological, or mechanical system to react swiftly and accurately to a stimulus, input, or control.

Example

"The engineer tested the responsiveness of the aircraft's steering mechanism under high speeds."

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• Rhymes for responsiveness

• Nearby Words

responsibly
responsive
responsively
responsiveness
respray
rest
restack

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'responsive' and the suffix '-ness'. 'Responsive' derives from Late Latin 'responsivus', from the Latin verb 'respondere' ('to answer' or 'to promise in return').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Responsiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/responsiveness
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