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formative

adjective

/ˈfɔːrmətɪv/

Meaning

Having a lasting influence on a person's development or character.

Childhood is often described as a formative stage in life.

developmental, influential, shaping, early

unimportant, insignificant

formative years, formative stage, formative experience, formative influence

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Tending to be different or develop in different directions

having or showing trust in someone or something; trusting

Having the potential to cause cancer.

cheerful and full of energy

Aggressively active in a cause, sometimes using forceful methods.