digestive

1 of 2

noun

di·​ges·​tive dī-ˈje-stiv 

də-

: an aid to digestion especially of food

digestive

2 of 2

adjective

1

: relating to or functioning in digestion

the digestive system

digestive disorders

digestive organs

2

: having the power to cause or promote digestion

digestive enzymes

digestively adverb

Examples of digestive in a Sentence

Adjective

the digestive system of the body

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Common signs that your dog may be sensitive to something in their food can include frequent scratching, paw licking, gas, loose stools, occasional digestive upset, or changes in coat quality. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

With 20-plus stock keeping units to date, the brand’s assortment offers innovative solutions to core women’s health concerns, including sleep, immunity and digestive. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 15 May 2026

Adjective

Biographers and historians have documented that Stewart suffered from severe psychological trauma, which caused digestive issues, insomnia, nightmares, shakes and sweats. — Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Overall, sugar alcohols can affect people differently, and their digestive effects also depend largely on the amount consumed. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 6 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing digestive

• digestive gland
• digestive system
• digestive tract

Rhymes for digestive

• congestive
• suggestive
• festive
• restive

Kids Definition

digestive

adjective

di·​ges·​tive

dī-ˈjes-tiv, 

də-

1

: of or relating to digestion

digestive processes

2

: having the power to cause or help digestion

digestive enzymes

Medical Definition

digestive

1 of 2 noun

di·​ges·​tive -ˈjes-tiv 

1

: something that aids digestion especially of food compare digestant

2

: a substance which promotes suppuration

digestive

2 of 2 adjective

1

: relating to or functioning in digestion

digestive processes

2

: having the power to cause or promote digestion

digestive enzymes

digestively adverb

digestiveness noun