Meaning of unretentive in English

1. Pronunciation

   /(ˌ)ʌnrɪˈtɛntɪv/

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1. Qualitative Adjective

   unretentive

   Etymology

   mid 17th century; earliest use found in Edward Williams (fl. 1650), author. From un- + retentive

   Definitions

   1. not retentive

   Synonyms

   • short

   Antonyms

   • retentive

See also

• unmindful