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formative

UK
/ˈfɔːmətɪv/
US
/ˈfɔrmətɪv/

Translations

formativeadjective
more formative
Comp.
most formative
Super.
UK
/ˈfɔːmətɪv/
US
/ˈfɔrmətɪv/
The formative years of a child's life are crucial for development.
Формирующие годы жизни ребенка имеют решающее значение для развития.
The school provides a formative experience for young students.
Школа предоставляет образовательный опыт для молодых студентов.
Additional translations
формативный
Synonyms
foundational
constructive
preparatory
molding
influential
shaping
developmental
formativenoun
formatives
pl
UK
/ˈfɔː.mə.tɪv/
US
/ˈfɔr.mə.tɪv/
Countable noun in linguistics: an affix or other morphemic element that serves to form words.
Synonyms
catalyst
formative influence
shaping force
influencing factor
influence
moulder
molder
shaper

Definitions

formativeadjective
Relating to the development or growth of something, especially in its early stages.
The formative years of a child's life are crucial for their emotional and intellectual development.
Having a significant and lasting influence on a person's character or development.
Her formative experiences in college shaped her career path and personal values.
Capable of forming or shaping something; having the power to create or mold.
Erosion is one of the formative forces that carve valleys and cliffs.
formativenoun
A linguistic unit (such as a suffix or other affix) that combines with a root or stem to form a word or word form.
In the word "happiness," the suffix "-ness" is a formative that turns the adjective into a noun.
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