Synonyms for formative

Synonyms for (noun) formative

Synonyms: formative

Definition: minimal language unit that has a syntactic (or morphological) function

Similar words: linguistic unit, language unit

Definition: one of the natural units into which linguistic messages can be analyzed


Synonyms for (adj) formative

Synonyms: formative, shaping, plastic

Definition: forming or capable of forming or molding or fashioning

Usage: a formative influence; a formative experience

Similar words: constructive

Definition: constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development

Usage: constructive criticism; a constructive attitude; a constructive philosophy; constructive permission


Synonyms: formative

Definition: capable of forming new cells and tissues

Usage: a formative zone in developing bone

Similar words: constructive

Definition: constructing or tending to construct or improve or promote development

Usage: constructive criticism; a constructive attitude; a constructive philosophy; constructive permission


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