affective
Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes rather than thoughts or actions. It is a specialized term used primarily in psychology and linguistics to describe the emotional aspect of human experience and behavior.
Examples
3 of 5The film's affective power left the entire audience in tears long after the credits rolled.
The emotional power of the movie made everyone cry even after it ended.
The court evaluated the defendant's affective state to determine if there was a lack of emotional control.
The court looked at the person's emotional condition to see if they could control their feelings.
I've always felt that music has a stronger affective pull on me than any other form of art.
I feel music has a bigger emotional attraction for me than other arts.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'A' in Affective for 'Attitude' and 'Aches' (feelings), whereas 'E' in Effective is for 'Execution' and 'End-result'.
Quick Quiz
Many people suffer from Seasonal ________ Disorder (SAD) during the dark winter months.
Correct!
The correct answer is: Affective
Examples
The film's affective power left the entire audience in tears long after the credits rolled.
everydayThe emotional power of the movie made everyone cry even after it ended.
The court evaluated the defendant's affective state to determine if there was a lack of emotional control.
formalThe court looked at the person's emotional condition to see if they could control their feelings.
I've always felt that music has a stronger affective pull on me than any other form of art.
informalI feel music has a bigger emotional attraction for me than other arts.
In Bloom's Taxonomy, the affective domain encompasses the way we deal with things emotionally, such as feelings and motivations.
academicIn educational theory, the emotional category includes how we handle feelings and drive.
Brands aim to create an affective connection with customers to ensure long-term brand loyalty.
businessCompanies try to build an emotional bond with shoppers to keep them coming back.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Seasonal Affective Disorder
depression that occurs at the same time every year, usually in winter
affective filter
a theoretical construct in second language acquisition representing emotional variables that can hinder learning
affective forecasting
the prediction of one's future emotional state
Often Confused With
Effective means producing a desired result, while affective refers to emotions and moods.
Affectionate means showing love or fondness, whereas affective is a broader academic term for anything related to feelings.
Usage Notes
Use 'affective' primarily in academic, scientific, or psychological contexts when discussing the mechanism of emotions. Avoid using it in casual conversation where 'emotional' would be more natural.
Common Mistakes
Learners frequently misspell 'affective' as 'effective' because they sound similar. They also mistakenly use 'affective' to describe a person who is 'affectionate' (warm and loving).
Memory Tip
Think of the 'A' in Affective for 'Attitude' and 'Aches' (feelings), whereas 'E' in Effective is for 'Execution' and 'End-result'.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'affectivus', from 'affectus' meaning a state of mind, mood, or disposition.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
The term is central to Western psychological discourse and educational theories like Bloom’s Taxonomy which distinguishes between cognitive and affective learning.
Quick Quiz
Many people suffer from Seasonal ________ Disorder (SAD) during the dark winter months.
Correct!
The correct answer is: Affective
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