What does frustrative mean?
Frustrative means That frustrates; causing frustration..
Frustrative
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
That frustrates; causing frustration..
Definitions by Sense
- That frustrates; causing frustration.
- (grammar) A mood indicating frustration.
Example Sentences
The frustrative marked with the clitic -tha indicates that the action was 'frustrated', that it has failed already or is bound to fail; or that the success of an action is not yet certain.
Synonyms for frustrative
Antonyms for frustrative
Related Words
Word Forms
- more frustrative
- most frustrative
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for frustrative?
Common synonyms include thwarting, frustrating, preventive, preventative.
What is the opposite of frustrative?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use frustrative in a sentence?
The frustrative marked with the clitic -tha indicates that the action was 'frustrated', that it has failed already or is bound to fail; or that the success of an action is not yet certain.
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