lenitive Meaning & Definition
What Does Lenitive Mean?
Lenitive is used as an adjective meaning Analgesic, able to reduce pain or suffering. It can also mean Laxative; easing the bowels. As a noun, it means An analgesic or other source of relief from pain.
Word Facts for Lenitive
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | palliative, mitigative and alleviatory |
| Plural | lenitives |
| Comparative / superlative | more lenitive, most lenitive |
Lenitive Definition (Adjective)
- Analgesic, able to reduce pain or suffering.
- Laxative; easing the bowels.
- Mild; gentle.
Lenitive as a Noun
- An analgesic or other source of relief from pain
- A laxative.
Adjective
- (of a person) Mild; gentle.
Synonyms of Lenitive
Lenitive synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Lenitive
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Lenitive in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
lenitive (comparative more lenitive, superlative most lenitive)
lenitive (plural lenitives)
Words That Rhyme With Lenitive
Origin of Lenitive
From Latin lēnīt(us) (“softened”) + -ive, from lēniō (“to soften, soothe”), from lēnis (“soft”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Lenitive
Is lenitive an adjective or a noun?
Lenitive is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for lenitive?
Words with a similar meaning to lenitive include palliative, mitigative and alleviatory. See the full list of lenitive synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of lenitive?
The plural of lenitive is lenitives.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of lenitive?
The comparative form is more lenitive and the superlative form is most lenitive.