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abortive [*.'bo:tyv] |
The word "abortive" means
something unsuccessful or incomplete. It can refer to an action or an
attempt that is thwarted or terminated prematurely. Abortive can describe an unsuccessful effort, plan, or project that does not achieve its desired outcome. The term can also define a miscarriage or a failed attempt to bring something to fruition. Abortive can indicate something cut short, stunted, or hindered in its progress. It can also refer to a futile endeavour that does not yield the expected results. "Abortive" Examples: The attempt to start a new business ended in an abortive effort. The explorers had to abandon their mission due to an abortive expedition. The politician's abortive campaign resulted in his loss in the elections. The scientists conducted an abortive experiment that yielded no significant results. The student's attempt to solve the advanced mathematics problem was abortive. |
nieudane thwarted - udaremniony stunted - zahamowane futile - daremny yield - przynosić |
Explain the word "abortive". Give some examples of using the word "abortive" in sentences.