orective

/rɛkˈtɪv/ or /rɛkˈtiːv/

Definitions

1. adjective

containing or capable of being rectified or corrected, especially in a surgical sense

“The rective procedure was used to correct the patient’s vision.”

2. adjective

tending to correct or rectify, especially in a surgical sense

“The rective technique has been used in various eye surgeries.”

Synonyms

  • corrective
  • rectifying

Antonyms

  • irremediable
  • irreversible