underreactor
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/ˌʌndərriˈæktər/
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/ˌʌndərriˈæktə/
less reactive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underreactor' originates from the prefix 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and the word 'reactor,' which comes from 'react,' meaning 'to respond to a stimulus.'
Historical Evolution
'underreactor' is a modern English word formed by combining 'under-' and 'reactor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'someone who reacts less,' and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that reacts less strongly or less quickly than expected.
In the face of the crisis, he was an underreactor, remaining calm and composed.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 03:50