'affective' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'affectivus,' where 'affect-' meant 'to influence or move emotionally.'

'affectivus' transformed into the French word 'affectif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'affective' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'to influence or move emotionally,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes.'