English adjective: formative | |||
1. | formative capable of forming new cells and tissues | ||
Samples | A formative zone in developing bone. | ||
Similar | constructive | ||
Domain category | biological science, biology | ||
Antonyms | destructive | ||
2. | formative forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning | ||
Samples | A formative influence. A formative experience. | ||
Synonyms | plastic, shaping | ||
Similar | constructive | ||
Antonyms | destructive | ||
English noun: formative | |||
1. | formative (communication) minimal language unit that has a syntactic (or morphological) function | ||
Broader (hypernym) | language unit, linguistic unit | ||