maieutical

/meɪˌyuːtɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the art of midwifery, especially in the sense of helping to bring out or reveal knowledge or understanding.

“The maieutical process of questioning helped the students to arrive at the correct solution to the problem.”

Synonyms

  • facilitative
  • midwifery

Antonyms

  • barrier
  • obstructive