Reservative

Pronunciation: /ˈɹeɪˈsɝvˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/

Reservative (adjective)

  1. Having the ability to keep something in its original state or prevent decay.

Examples

  • The reservative properties of the material help it last longer.
  • A reservative coating can protect surfaces from damage.

Common collocations: reservative properties, reservative agent, reservative coating

Synonyms of Reservative

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Reservative

  • When discussing the opposite of preserving.