Procreative: meaning, definitions and examples

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procreative

 

[ prษ™สŠหˆkriหษ™tษชv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

creative process

Relating to or involved in the process of creating new life, typically used in reference to reproduction.

Synonyms

generative, progenitive, reproductive.

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Word Description / Examples
procreative

Used in a biological or medical context to describe the ability to produce offspring. It's often used in formal or scientific settings.

  • The procreative abilities of the species are the focus of this study.
  • Procreative health is important for ensuring a healthy family.
reproductive

Commonly used in biological and medical contexts concerning the reproduction processes, health, and systems of living organisms.

  • Reproductive rights are a fundamental human issue.
  • The study focuses on the reproductive habits of mammals.
generative

Applied in a broader context to describe the ability to generate or create something, not just offspring. This word can be used in artistic, technological, and literary contexts.

  • A generative algorithm can create unique designs.
  • The artist's generative process is fascinating.
progenitive

Typically used in historical, genealogical, or formal contexts to describe something that relates to or results in progeny.

  • The progenitive lineage of the family is well-documented.
  • Progenitive factors are crucial in studying ancestry.

Examples of usage

  • Sexual intercourse is a procreative act.
  • The procreative function of a species is essential for its survival.
Context #2 | Adjective

productive

Capable of producing or creating something new or original.

Synonyms

creative, imaginative, inventive.

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procreative

Used primarily in the context of biological reproduction or activities related to the creation of offspring.

  • The procreative process is essential for the survival of the species.
  • Many animals exhibit complex procreative behaviors during mating season.
creative

Used when referring to the ability to produce original and artistic ideas or things.

  • Her creative approach to problem-solving impressed everyone.
  • The artist's creative work is on display at the gallery.
inventive

Generally used to describe the ability to create or design new things, often in the context of technology or problem-solving.

  • His inventive engineering solutions have revolutionized the industry.
  • The inventorโ€™s inventive mind led to many groundbreaking patents.
imaginative

Describes someone who is good at forming new and unique ideas, often used to describe those with strong visualization skills.

  • The child's imaginative play involves entire fantastical worlds.
  • Writers often need an imaginative mindset to develop their stories.

Examples of usage

  • The artist's mind was filled with procreative ideas.
  • The procreative energy of the team led to innovative solutions.

Translations

Translations of the word "procreative" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น procriador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคœเคจเคจเคถเฅ€เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช zeugend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ prokreasi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะบั€ะตะฐั‚ะธะฒะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prokreacyjny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‰ต้€ ็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท procrรฉatif

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ procreativo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รผretken

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ƒ์‹์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅู†ุฌุงุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prokreativnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ prokreatรญvny

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็”Ÿๆฎ–็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prokreativen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รฆxlunarhรฆfur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะฑะตัŽัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒžแƒ แƒแƒ“แƒฃแƒฅแƒชแƒ˜แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prokreasyon

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ procreativo

Etymology

The word 'procreative' originated from the Latin word 'procreare', which means 'to beget, produce'. It has been used in English since the early 17th century to describe processes related to reproduction and creation. The term highlights the fundamental aspect of generating new life or ideas, emphasizing the concept of creativity and productivity.

See also: creatable, create, created, creating, creation, creations, creative, creatively, creatives, creativity, creator, creators, procreating, procreation, recreate, recreation, uncreative, uncreatively.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,207 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.