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integrative

/ˈɪn.tə.ɡreɪ.tɪv/
in · te · gra · tive
Adverb:integratively
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1

Serving or intending to unify, combine, or bring together separate parts, disciplines, or ideas into a cohesive whole.

Example

"The university introduced an integrative curriculum that bridges the gap between environmental science and public policy."

2

Relating to a holistic approach to healthcare that combines conventional Western medical treatments with evidence-based complementary therapies.

Example

"The clinic specializes in integrative medicine, offering physical therapy and nutritional counseling alongside standard clinical care."

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• Rhymes for integrative

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integrate
integrated
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integrator
integrity
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-17th century from the Latin past participle stem 'integrat-' (from 'integrare', meaning 'to make whole' or 'to renew') combined with the suffix '-ive'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Integrative. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/integrative
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