consumptive
con
kən
kēn
sump
ˈsʌmp
samp
tive
tɪv
tiv
British pronunciation
/kənsˈʌmptɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "consumptive"in English

consumptive
01

characterized by excessive or wasteful use of resources

example
Examples
The old factory was consumptive, using too much energy for minimal output.
The consumptive habits of the previous management left the company in debt.
02

afflicted with or associated with pulmonary tuberculosis

Consumptive
01

a person with pulmonary tuberculosis

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