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1. preventative
noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome.
Synonyms
- hindrance
- impediment
- hinderance
- incumbrance
- preventive
- clog
- impedimenta
- obstruction
- obstructor
- interference
- hitch
- speed bump
- encumbrance
Antonyms
- encouraging
- offensive
- tough
- careless
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Words that Rhyme with Preventative
- unrepresentative
- representative
- argumentative
- tentative
Example sentences of the word preventative
1. Adjective
Apply preventative insecticides in early spring to kill grubs before they appear.
2. Noun, singular or mass
However, certain preventative and care measures can reduce your dog's risk of either condition.
2. preventative
adjective. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] tending to prevent or hinder.
Synonyms
- hindering
- precautional
- preemptive
- thwarting
- preclusive
- deterrent
- clogging
- prohibitive
- precautionary
- preventive
- frustrating
- obviating
- impeding
- frustrative
- protective
- blockading
- pre-emptive
- obstructive
Antonyms
- unprotective
- injured
- insecure
- dangerous
3. preventative
noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] an agent or device intended to prevent conception.
Synonyms
- contraceptive
- birth control device
- spermicide
- pill
- contraceptive pill
- oral contraceptive pill
- safety
- morning-after pill
- diaphragm
- contraceptive diaphragm
- rubber
- anovulatory drug
- cervical cap
- IUD
- oral contraceptive
- contraceptive device
- device
- intrauterine device
- preventive
- prophylactic
- safe
- anovulant
- condom
- spermatocide
- prophylactic device
- pessary
- coil
Antonyms
- harmful
- unsound
- adventurous
- unwind
4. preventative
adjective. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease.
Synonyms
- prophylactic
- healthful
Antonyms
- insecurity
- danger
- good
5. preventative
noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease.
Synonyms
- remedy
- therapeutic
- curative
- preventive
- prophylactic
Antonyms
- unstuff
- free
- empty
- noninterference