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Adjectives of Cause and Result - Adjectives of Cause

These adjectives describe the factors, events, or conditions that bring about or contribute to a particular outcome or result.

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Categorized English Adjectives of Cause and Result
divisive
[Adjective]

causing disagreement or hostility by creating strong differences of opinion among people

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generative
[Adjective]

capable of producing something else, often in a creative or productive manner

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intrusive
[Adjective]

invading or interrupting someone's privacy, space, or affairs without permission or welcome

Ex: She felt irritated by intrusive comments from her nosy neighbor .
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invasive
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aggressively intruding or spreading into a space or situation where something is unwelcome or harmful

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connective
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joining or linking different elements together

Ex: connective joints in the construction ensured the stability of the structure .
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destructive
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causing a lot of damage or harm

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constructive
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contributing to building or improving, often by providing useful ideas or solutions

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cohesive
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creating unity or consistency

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adhesive
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having the quality of sticking or bonding objects together

Ex: She applied adhesive strip to the torn page to repair her book .
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restrictive
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imposing limitations or boundaries that can hinder freedom or action

Ex: He found the dress code at the office restrictive for his personal style .
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restorative
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able to promote or restore one's health or strength

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conducive
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leading to the desired goal or result by providing the right conditions

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formative
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influencing the development or growth of something else, particularly during a crucial period

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suggestive
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implying or hinting at a particular meaning or idea, often in a subtle or indirect way

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indicative
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serving as a clear sign or signal of something

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dismissive
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showing a lack of interest or respect by ignoring or minimizing someone or something's importance

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oppressive
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having an unfair or harsh control over others, often involving cruelty or severe restrictions

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illustrative
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providing clear examples or demonstrations to help explain something

Ex: The experiment 's results illustrative of the relationship between temperature and plant growth .
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preventative
[Adjective]

intended to hinder or prevent something from happening

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disruptive
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interrupting or disturbing the normal flow or function of something

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instructive
[Adjective]

providing useful information or guidance, often with the intention of teaching or educating

Ex: instructive workshop provided valuable insights into effective communication .
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corrosive
[Adjective]

having the ability to cause damage or destruction, especially through chemical reactions

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abrasive
[Adjective]

rough or coarse enough to scrape or wear away surfaces through rubbing

Ex: abrasive sandpaper smoothed the rough edges of the wood .
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corrective
[Adjective]

intended or designed to improve or correct a bad or undesirable situation

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informative
[Adjective]

providing useful or valuable information

Ex: informative website offered practical advice for starting a small business .
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coercive
[Adjective]

using force or threat to persuade people to do something that they are reluctant to do

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explosive
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having the potential to cause sudden and violent release of energy or force

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transformative
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having the power to bring about significant changes or transformations

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