Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective

respective

IPA pronunciation: /rɪˈspektɪv/

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Russian meaning

соответствующий, каждый

English definition

Belonging or relating separately to each of the people or things mentioned.

Example

After the meeting, they returned to their respective offices.

Collocations

respective roles
respective countries
respective fields

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