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remissive

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[ri-mis-iv] / rɪˈmɪs ɪv /

adjective

characterized by remission or decrease.
producing or granting pardon or remission.

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Etymology

Origin of remissive

1375–1425; late Middle English: bringing about muscle relaxation < Medieval Latin remissīvus. See remiss, -ive

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