How to Pronounce Lenitive

To pronounce "lenitive", say LEN-it-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LEN-it-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “lenitive”

"lenitive" has 4 syllables: len-it-iv-e. It rhymes with tentative and representative, if that helps it stick.

What does lenitive mean?

noun

  1. An analgesic or other source of relief from pain
  2. A laxative.

adjective

  1. Analgesic, able to reduce pain or suffering.
  2. Laxative; easing the bowels.

Words that rhyme with lenitive

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tentativerepresentativegenitivesplenitive

Related words

mitigatoryalleviativepalliativealleviatorymitigativemoderatingelectuaryanesthetizable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lenitive"?▾

"Lenitive" has 4 syllables: len · it · iv · e.

What does "lenitive" mean?▾

Lenitive: An analgesic or other source of relief from pain

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