preventive

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(pre-ven-tive) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. intended to stop something from happening

Example Sentence

Washing your hands is a preventive measure against getting sick.

Synonyms

protective; precautionary; inhibitory

Antonyms

reactive; curative

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Rhymes

  • deneve

  • attentive
  • incentive
  • inventive
  • preventive
  • incentive
  • preventive

  • disincentive
  • inattentive