pertaining individually or severally to each of a number of persons, things, etc.; particular: I will now discuss the respective merits of the candidates.
re·spec·tive (rĭ-spěk'tĭv) adj. Relating to two or more persons or things regarded individually; particular: successful in their respective fields. re·spec'tive·ness n.
1525, "regardful, attentive," from M.L. respectivus "having regard for," from L. respectus (see respect). Respectively "relatively to each singly" is from 1626.