1. relating to or capable of germination; having the power to sprout or develop
Usage: commonly used in botany and biology contexts
2. relating to or in an early stage of growth or development
Usage: used figuratively to describe ideas, movements, or concepts in their initial phases

Examples

• The germinative capacity of the seeds was tested before planting.
• These germinative ideas eventually evolved into a major artistic movement.
• The germinative stage of plant development requires adequate moisture and warmth.
• Scientists studied the germinative properties of different grain varieties.
• The company's germinative projects showed promise for future growth.
• Germinative cells in the root tip are responsible for plant growth.