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abortive
abortive
/əˈbɔːrtɪv/
adjective
Failing to accomplish an intended result
(
abortive
,
stillborn
,
unsuccessful
)
failing to accomplish an intended result
An abortive revolt
an abortive revolt
A stillborn plot to assassinate the President
a stillborn plot to assassinate the President
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