1. causing or characterized by suspense; creating uncertainty or anxiety about what will happen
2. temporarily stopping or delaying something; having the effect of suspension
Usage: legal; formal

Examples

• The suspensive atmosphere in the courtroom was palpable as everyone waited for the verdict.
• The movie’s suspensive plot kept audiences on the edge of their seats.
• The judge issued a suspensive order halting the proceedings until further notice.
• Her suspensive pause before answering made everyone nervous.
• The suspensive condition in the contract delayed the sale.
• The novel’s suspensive ending left readers wanting more.