alterative Meaning & Definition
What Does Alterative Mean?
As a noun, alterative means A medicine or treatment which works by changing processes within the body, rather than by evacuating something etc. As an adjective, it means Causing alteration. Gradually changing, or tending to change, a morbid state into a healthy one.
Alterative: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈɒl.tɹə.tɪv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | curative, sanative and remedial |
| Plural | alteratives |
| Comparative / superlative | more alterative, most alterative |
Alterative Definition (Noun)
- A medicine or treatment which works by changing processes within the body, rather than by evacuating something etc.
Alterative as an Adjective
- Causing alteration. Gradually changing, or tending to change, a morbid state into a healthy one.
- Gradually changing, or tending to change, a morbid state into a healthy one.
Synonyms of Alterative
Alterative synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Alterative
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Alterative in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
alterative (plural alteratives)
alterative (comparative more alterative, superlative most alterative)
Origin of Alterative
From Latin alterativum, noun use of alterativus.
How to Pronounce Alterative
Alterative is pronounced //ˈɒl.tɹə.tɪv// and has 1 syllable.
Alterative: Your Questions Answered
Is alterative a noun or an adjective?
Alterative is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is another word for alterative?
Words with a similar meaning to alterative include curative, sanative and remedial. See the full list of alterative synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of alterative?
The plural of alterative is alteratives.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of alterative?
The comparative form is more alterative and the superlative form is most alterative.