1. relating to or involving the formation of concepts or ideas
Usage: formal; rare
2. capable of conceiving or becoming pregnant
Usage: medical; formal

Examples

• The philosopher’s conceptive framework helped explain complex theories.
• Her conceptive abilities allowed her to grasp abstract mathematical principles.
• The doctor discussed the patient’s conceptive health during the consultation.
• Research focused on factors affecting conceptive capacity in women.
• The artist’s conceptive vision transformed simple materials into meaningful art.
• Medical tests can determine whether someone is in their conceptive years.