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How to say: abortive

Spelling: Abortive Syllables abortive

US accent

/ɐbˈɔːɹɾɪv/

UK accent

/ɐbˈɔːtɪv/

Definition

Definition — failing to accomplish an intended result

e.g. “an abortive revolt”

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