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formatively

/ˈfɔːrmətɪvli/
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Adjective:formative
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• adverb

1

In a manner that shapes, develops, or profoundly influences the growth or character of someone or something.

Example

"The mentorship program contributed formatively to the young scholar's intellectual independence."

2

In the context of education, by way of ongoing assessment designed to monitor student learning and provide feedback during instruction rather than at the end.

Example

"The instructor chose to evaluate the writing portfolios formatively throughout the semester before assigning a final grade."

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formational
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formatter
formatting
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Formatively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/formatively
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