Deformative: meaning, definitions and examples
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deformative
[ dɪˈfɔːrmətɪv ]
physical alteration
Deformative refers to something that causes or is related to a change in form, shape, or structure. This term is often used in contexts related to biology, medicine, and materials science to describe alterations that distort the normal appearance or function of an object or organism.
Synonyms
distortive, misshaping, pervasive
Examples of usage
- The deformative effects of the pressure were evident on the metal.
- Injuries can lead to deformative changes in bones.
- The deformative process during development can result in significant physical changes.
Translations
Translations of the word "deformative" in other languages:
🇵🇹 deformativo
🇮🇳 विकृत करने वाला
🇩🇪 deformativ
🇮🇩 deformatif
🇺🇦 деформативний
🇵🇱 deformacyjny
🇯🇵 変形的な
🇫🇷 déformant
🇪🇸 deformativo
🇹🇷 deforme edici
🇰🇷 변형적인
🇸🇦 تشويهي
🇨🇿 deformativní
🇸🇰 deformujúci
🇨🇳 变形的
🇸🇮 deformativni
🇮🇸 aflaga
🇰🇿 деформациялаушы
🇬🇪 დეფორმაციული
🇦🇿 deformasiyalı
🇲🇽 deformativo
Etymology
The word 'deformative' has its roots in the Latin word 'deformare', which means 'to deform'. The prefix 'de-' suggests a reversal or removal, while 'formare' relates to shape or form. This etymological background highlights the concept of changing an object's inherent structure. Over time, 'deformative' began to be employed in various scientific fields, particularly in discussions of material properties and biological effects. The term's use has evolved to describe not just physical changes but also psychological and social transformations in some contexts. It reinforces a notion of deviation from an expected norm, making it relevant in various forms of analysis and critique.