noun🔗ShareA thing that prevents, hinders, or acts as an obstacle to."The flu shot is a preventive against getting sick. "medicineaidChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA thing that slows the development of an illness."Regular handwashing is a preventive against the spread of colds. "medicinediseaseChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareA contraceptive, especially a condom.""He asked the pharmacist about the best preventive available over the counter." "medicinesexdeviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗SharePreventing, hindering, or acting as an obstacle to."The school implemented preventive measures to stop the spread of the flu. "medicineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareCarried out to deter military aggression."The government invested in preventive military exercises to discourage any potential attacks from neighboring countries. "militarywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareSlowing the development of an illness; prophylactic."The school implemented preventive measures, like handwashing stations, to reduce the spread of colds. "medicinediseaseChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareGoing before; preceding."The preventive measure of washing your hands regularly can help you avoid getting sick. "timeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
