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RETENTIVE

having the power, property, or capacity of retaining

The meaning of the word retentive is having the power, property, or capacity of retaining.

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WordMeaning
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
sheatheto put into or furnish with a sheath
clariona medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
vieto strive for superiority : contend
enticeto attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt
lecheryinordinate (see inordinate