respective
adjective
re·spec·tive
ri-ˈspek-tiv 
1
: particular, separate
their respective homes
2
obsolete
: partial, discriminative
respectiveness
noun
Examples of respective in a Sentence
it was late when the concert let out, so we all went our respective ways
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Mike Hazinski, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
In 2024, Prince Harry and Markle attended several events and traveled the globe for their respective endeavors.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
The nonprofit assembles experts in their respective fields to research topics that prod gender equality across the United States.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 16 Dec. 2024
The evening will celebrate individuals in 12 categories covering all aspects of filmmaking and will showcase clips from each of their respective films.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Respective.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respective. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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respective
adjective
re·spec·tive
ri-ˈspek-tiv
: not the same or shared : separate
they hurried to their respective homes
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