1. the capacity to experience emotions and feelings; emotional responsiveness
Usage: psychology; formal
2. the subjective aspect of emotion, including feelings and moods
Usage: psychology; technical

Examples

• The therapist assessed the patient’s affectivity during the session.
• Children with autism may show differences in affectivity compared to their peers.
• The study examined how medication affects emotional affectivity.
• Her affectivity seemed blunted after the traumatic experience.
• The researcher measured affectivity using standardized psychological tests.
• Positive affectivity is associated with better mental health outcomes.