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Meaning of tribulative
The primary meaning of the word "tribulative" is not found in Oxford Languages, but based on the suffix "-tributive" which is related to "tribunal" or "tribute", it can be inferred to relate to something that is paid or exacted as a tribute or punishment.
Etymology of tribulative
The word "tribulative" is not recognized by Oxford Languages, but the suffix "-tributive" comes from the Latin "tributivus", meaning "of or pertaining to tribute", which is derived from "tributum", meaning "tribute" or "tax".
Synonyms
punitive
penal
disciplinary
corrective
chastening
castigatory
exemplary
deterrent
retributory
vindictive
retaliatory
repressive
restrictive
coercive
compulsive
obliging
forcible
violent
aggressive
belligerent
hostile
antagonistic
adversarial
oppositional
confrontational
combative
bellicose
pugnacious
quarrelsome
contentious
argumentative
disputatious
litigious
Definitions
- Unfortunately, the word "tribulative" is not recognized by Oxford Languages, and therefore, no definition is available.
Usage Examples
- Since the word "tribulative" is not recognized by Oxford Languages, no example sentences are available, but it can be inferred that it might be used in a context where a punishment or tribute is exacted, such as "The tribulative measures imposed on the defeated nation were severe."