Consumptive

C1 16+

Synonyms of consumptive

Antonyms of consumptive

Collocations of consumptive

consumptive habits
Frequency: 70 %

His consumptive habits of smoking and drinking eventually took a toll on his health.

consumptive lifestyle
Frequency: 60 %

She realized she needed to change her consumptive lifestyle in order to save money.

consumptive behavior
Frequency: 50 %

His consumptive behavior of overspending led to financial troubles.

consumptive tendencies
Frequency: 45 %

She had consumptive tendencies when it came to buying new clothes.

consumptive patterns
Frequency: 40 %

His consumptive patterns of overeating were causing health issues.

Idiomatic Expressions for consumptive

  • Phrase: consumptive lifestyle
    Meaning: describes a way of living characterized by excessive consumption, often leading to negative consequences such as poor health or financial problems
    Usage: His consumptive lifestyle of overspending and overeating left him in debt and in poor health.