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appropriative

/ˌæprəˈpɪətɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does appropriative mean?

adjective

Tending to take or claim something as one's own, often in a way that is considered unjust or unfair.

Example

"The company's appropriative marketing strategy was criticized for exploiting the cultural heritage of indigenous communities."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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