noun
- pronouns that refer back to the subject of the sentence (myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves)
Usage: grammar; plural form
Examples
- The teacher explained how to use reflexives correctly in sentences.
- Students often confuse reflexives with regular pronouns.
- Reflexives like ‘myself’ and ‘yourself’ must match their subjects.
- The grammar book has a chapter dedicated to reflexives.
- She practiced identifying reflexives in various sentences.
- Reflexives are essential for expressing actions done to oneself.