affective

adjective

UK/əˈfek.tɪv/
US/əˈfek.tɪv/

Definitions of affective adjective

  1. psychology

    Relating to or arising from emotions.

    • Researchers are investigating the impact of affective factors on the decision-making process.

    • The therapy aims to address the patient's affective disorders.

    • Her affective response to the movie was quite strong.