How do you pronounce abortive?

abortive is pronounced as /əˈbɔːrtɪv/.

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abortive

❌abortive

adjective

/əˈbɔːrtɪv/

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Meaning

Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful.

Example Sentences

Their abortive attempt to climb the mountain ended in retreat.

Synonyms

failed, futile, fruitless, unsuccessful, ineffective

Antonyms

successful, effective, productive

Collocations

abortive attempt, abortive effort, abortive plan, abortive mission

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