Definition

Related to a change or alteration in form or nature.

Example

The mutative effects of the drug were observed in the patient's condition.

Conversation

Have you heard about the latest study on mutative effects in genetics?

Yeah, I read something about it — it sounds fascinating!

I wonder how those mutative changes will impact future research.

It's definitely going to change our understanding of evolution.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mutative → It is formed from "mutare" (meaning to change) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word "mutative" refers to having the nature of change or being capable of change.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mutare' meaning to change, and remember that 'mutative' describes something that has the nature of change.

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