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

And that change in flow causes a series of stresses in the crust, most notably a compressive force between the older and newer sections of the North American plate, as well as a downward drag on the older section. —ArsTechnica, 10 Apr. 2026

In addition, the material exhibited more than twofold improvements in compressive strength and Young’s modulus, enabling robust mechanical performance and applicability to complex or curved device geometries. —Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Apr. 2026

Shapermint’s full-coverage bralette fits up to a DD/E cup and 46 band, with a snug, slightly compressive fit that helps keep big boobs in place. —Malia Griggs, Glamour, 13 Mar. 2026

The belly is non-compressive to allow your bump to grow. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 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