integrative
|in-te-gra-tive|
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/ˈɪntəˌɡreɪtɪv/
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/ˈɪntɪɡrətɪv/
(integrate)
making whole
Etymology
Etymology Information
'integrative' originates from the Latin word 'integratus,' which is the past participle of 'integrare,' meaning 'to make whole.'
Historical Evolution
'integratus' transformed into the French word 'intégratif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'integrative.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make whole or complete,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
serving to integrate or unify separate elements into a whole.
The integrative approach in therapy combines different techniques to treat the patient.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35