ABORTIVE - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Adjective
failing to accomplish an intended result
Example: an abortive revolt; a stillborn plot to assassinate the President
Synonyms
Stillborn, Abortive, Unsuccessful
🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "abortive" comes from Latin abortīvus, which comes from Old French abortif.
🧩 Fun Fact
Latin's grammatical structure influenced how English speakers think about verb tenses and cases.