contraceptive
/,kɔntrə'septiv/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Capable of preventing conception or impregnation: Describes something (a method, device, or substance) that is designed to prevent pregnancy.
- Noun:
- An agent or device intended to prevent conception: A specific object, substance, or method used to avoid pregnancy.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The doctor discussed various contraceptive options with the patient.
- Reliable contraceptive methods are essential for family planning.
- Noun:
- She was prescribed an oral contraceptive.
- Access to affordable contraceptives is a public health issue.
Advanced Usage
- "Contraceptive efficacy": Refers to how effective a method is at preventing pregnancy.
- The contraceptive efficacy of the implant is very high.
- "Contraceptive use/prevalence": Terms used in demographics and health studies to describe the adoption of birth control methods.
- Contraceptive use has increased significantly in the region.
Variants and Related Words
- Contraception (n): The deliberate use of methods to prevent pregnancy as a concept or practice.
- They were educated about the importance of contraception.
- Contraceptively (adv): In a manner that prevents conception. (This form is rare in everyday use).
Synonyms
- Birth control (adj/n): Often used interchangeably, especially as a noun ("birth control") or adjective ("birth control pill").
- Prophylactic (adj/n): As a noun, can be a formal term for a condom; as an adjective, means preventing disease or conception.
Related Phrases
- "Emergency contraceptive": A type of contraception used after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy.
- The pharmacy offers emergency contraceptives.
- "Contraceptive device": A physical object used to prevent conception, such as an IUD (intrauterine device) or a diaphragm.
- She chose a long-acting reversible contraceptive device.
Adjective
- capable of preventing conception or impregnation
- contraceptive devices and medications
Noun
- an agent or device intended to prevent conception