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abortive
adjectivetechnicaluncommon/ɐβuɾˈtivu/a·bor·ti·vo
Definition
11. That causes or tends to cause abortion. 2. (Figurative) That fails to develop or succeed; unsuccessful, frustrated.
Usage examples
“The plant was traditionally used for its abortive properties.”
“The coup attempt was an abortive effort.”
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abortive effectabortive attempt