deflective en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /dɪˈflɛktɪv/ (UK)
Etymology
Etymology tree English deflect Latin -īvus Old French -ifbor. Middle English -yf English -ive English deflective From deflect + -ive.
Meanings
- Causing or relating to deflection.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most deflective | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more deflective | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |