Proliferative

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹoʊˈɫaɪfɝˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/

Proliferative (adjective)

  1. Causing or relating to fast increase in number or amount.

Examples

  • The proliferative phase of the cells was closely monitored.
  • Proliferative changes in the tissue were observed under the microscope.

Common collocations: proliferative phase, proliferative activity, proliferative capacity

Synonyms of Proliferative

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Proliferative

  • when describing a decrease in growth
  • when describing lack of growth