respective
/ɹɪˈspɛktɪv/
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Meaning · English
Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own.
Adjective
Examples
They returned to their respective places of abode.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “respective” mean?
Relating to particular persons or things, each to each; particular; own.
Is “respective” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.