abortive

[əˈbɔːtɪv]

abortive Definition

• 1. failing to produce the intended result
• 2. cut short; failing to develop properly

Using abortive: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "abortive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company's abortive attempt at expansion led to significant losses.

• Example

  The abortive negotiations resulted in a breakdown of diplomatic relations.

• Example

  The plant's abortive growth was due to poor soil conditions.

abortive Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for abortive

• unsuccessful
• ineffective
• fruitless
• failed
• unproductive

Antonyms for abortive

• successful
• effective
• productive

Phrases with abortive

• abortive effort

  an unsuccessful attempt to achieve something

  Example

  Their abortive effort to secure funding for the project left them with no other options.

• abortive coup

  a failed attempt to overthrow a government or leader

  Example

  The abortive coup attempt resulted in the arrest and imprisonment of several high-ranking military officials.

• abortive medication

  a drug or treatment that fails to achieve the desired effect

  Example

  The patient's condition worsened despite the use of abortive medication.

Origins of abortive

from Latin 'abortivus', from 'abortus' meaning 'miscarriage'

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Summary: abortive in Brief

'Abortive' [əˈbɔːtɪv] refers to something that fails to produce the intended result or is cut short, failing to develop properly. It can describe anything from a failed business venture to a plant that doesn't grow properly. Phrases like 'abortive effort' and 'abortive coup' denote unsuccessful attempts to achieve something, while 'abortive medication' refers to drugs or treatments that fail to achieve the desired effect.