Retentive: meaning, definitions and examples
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retentive
[ rɪˈtɛntɪv ]
memory
Having the ability to retain information, memories, or knowledge for a long period of time.
Synonyms
memorable, recalling, recollective
Examples of usage
- His retentive memory allowed him to easily recall details from his childhood.
- She has a retentive mind, always remembering even the smallest details.
behavior
Tending to hold onto or keep things, not easily letting go.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The child was very retentive with her toys, not wanting to share with others.
- His retentive nature made it difficult for him to throw away old belongings.
Translations
Translations of the word "retentive" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retentivo
🇮🇳 धारणशील (धारण करने वाला)
🇩🇪 retentiv
🇮🇩 retensif
🇺🇦 ретентивний
- здатний утримувати
- пам'ятливий
🇵🇱 retencyjny
🇯🇵 保持力のある (ほじりょくのある)
🇫🇷 rétentif
🇪🇸 retentivo
🇹🇷 tutucu
🇰🇷 보유력 있는
🇸🇦 احتفاظي
🇨🇿 retentivní
🇸🇰 retentívny
🇨🇳 保持力强的 (bǎochílì qiáng de)
🇸🇮 retentiven
🇮🇸 geymslu- (geymd)
🇰🇿 ұстап тұратын
🇬🇪 შენარებული
🇦🇿 saxlayıcı
🇲🇽 retentivo
Word origin
The word 'retentive' originates from the Latin word 'retentivus', which is derived from 'retentus' meaning 'held back'. The concept of retaining or holding onto something has been associated with 'retentive' throughout history. The word has evolved over time to describe both memory and behavior characteristics.