Definition of SUBTRACTIVE

subtractive

Meanings

Adjective

  • constituting or involving subtraction
    • "a subtractive correction"

Adj

  • Of or pertaining to subtraction.
  • Of a colour: from which some wavelengths have been removed.

Origin / Etymology

From subtract + -ive.

Antonyms

additive

Scrabble Score: 18

subtractive is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
subtractive is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
subtractive is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

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