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What is the meaning of suffix tive?

The suffix "-tive" is a common suffix in English that generally indicates relating to, tending to, or characterized by. It often forms adjectives from nouns or verbs.

Here are some examples:

* Effective: Relating to or producing an effect (from the noun "effect")

* Narrative: Relating to or characterized by a story (from the noun "narrative")

* Descriptive: Relating to or characterized by description (from the noun "description")

* Productive: Tending to produce (from the verb "produce")

* Protective: Tending to protect (from the verb "protect")

However, "-tive" can also have other meanings depending on the word it's attached to. For instance:

* Alternative: Offering or being a choice (not directly related to the meaning of "alternate", but rather to the concept of choice)

* Executive: Relating to or being a person who manages (not related to the verb "execute")

Therefore, the specific meaning of "-tive" in a particular word needs to be determined based on the context and the overall meaning of the word.

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