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sustentative

/səˈstɛntɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does sustentative mean?

adjective

Providing a clear and authoritative explanation or justification; supporting or maintaining a particular argument or position.

Example

"The professor's sustentative argument in the debate was convincing and well-reasoned."

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