Unretentive (Adjective)
Meaning
(of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range; "a short memory".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The patient's unretentive memory made it difficult for her to recall even the simplest instructions.
- His unretentive mind struggled to retain new information, making learning a constant challenge.
- The elderly woman's unretentive memory was a source of frustration for her family, who had to repeat themselves constantly.
- The student's unretentive nature made it hard for him to study effectively, as he would often forget what he had read just minutes before.
- The comedian's unretentive memory often led to him forgetting punchlines mid-joke, causing his performances to feel improvisational.