integrative

adjective

in·​te·​gra·​tive ˈin-tə-ˌgrā-tiv How to pronounce integrative (audio)
: serving to integrate or favoring integration : directed toward integration
the integrative powers of the human imaginationJ. A. McPherson

Examples of integrative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Reach Bryant Stamford, a professor of kinesiology and integrative physiology at Hanover College, at stamford@hanover.edu. Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 4 Apr. 2024 Review articles published in scientific journals have reviewed such interactive and integrative capabilities. Jahan Marcu, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2024 Instead, what is needed in the Sahel is a more integrative approach to peacebuilding that brings various parties together to consider the resource nexus as part of any long-term agreement. Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 Additionally, an herbalist and integrative medicine doctor from our Medical Expert Board reviewed this article for scientific accuracy. Allison Knott Ms, Rdn, Cssd, Cdn, Verywell Health, 10 Aug. 2023 Disney says that for a more diverse and integrative experience that caters to the next generation of consumers, a portion of its land ought to be rezoned for mixed uses. Helen Li, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2023 The best strategies for integration address the integrative nature of humans with their abilities and AI prowess to build up an ecosystem that involves the tools as complementary aspects of work. Kiko Campos, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2024 Interactive kids activities, local retailers share product samples and promotions, information sessions on arthritis and integrative nutrition and more. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 25 Feb. 2024 Hayward also published a book about integrative health, Odyssey Family Systems Companion Guide, in 2013. Jessica Sager, Peoplemag, 1 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of integrative was in 1862

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Cite this Entry

“Integrative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/integrative. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Medical Definition

integrative

adjective
in·​te·​gra·​tive ˈint-ə-ˌgrāt-iv How to pronounce integrative (audio)
: tending to integrate
the integrative action of the nervous system
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