adverb
respectively
In the same order as the people or things just mentioned.
Maya and Leo are twelve and fourteen years old, respectively.
Etymology
Respective means belonging separately to each person or thing. The adverb pairs the mentioned items with their corresponding descriptions in the stated order.
More examples
- The red and blue buttons start and stop the machine, respectively.
- The morning and evening classes begin at nine and six, respectively.
- Tickets cost $10 and $15 for children and adults, respectively.
Forms
respective adjective — Belonging separately to each person or thing.