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preemptive vs preventive

preventive vs preemptive

preemptive is not a noun while preventive is a noun.

preemptive and preventive both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
preemptive No Yes No No
preventive Yes Yes No No
preemptive (noun) preventive (noun)
remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease
an agent or device intended to prevent conception
any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
preemptive (adjective) preventive (adjective)
designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence tending to prevent or hinder
preventing or contributing to the prevention of disease
Difference between preemptive and preventive

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