1. preventative

noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome.

Rhymes with Preventative

• unrepresentative
• representative
• argumentative
• tentative

Sentences with 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.

3. preventative

noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] an agent or device intended to prevent conception.

4. preventative

adjective. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease.

5. preventative

noun. ['priːˈvɛntətɪv'] remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease.