compressive

adjective

com·​pres·​sive kəm-ˈpre-siv 

1

: of or relating to compression

2

: tending to compress

compressively adverb

Examples of compressive in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This one-piece combines crisscross straps with a compressive fabric for a secure fit, plus moderate coverage for active days. — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026

For its part, the cement itself was found to have a compressive strength comparable to that of commercial concrete commonly utilized in slabs and stairs. — New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2026

What’s more, this new material is actually pretty strong, with 12 MPa compressive strength and 6 MPa flexural strength. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026

Their prototype domes are only about the size of a wine cork at this point, but their compressive strength is comparable to low-grade concrete. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1572, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for compressive

• aggressive
• concessive
• depressive
• excessive
• expressive
• impressive
• obsessive
• oppressive
• possessive
• progressive
• recessive
• regressive