costive
/ˈkɑstɪv/
adjective
- Having difficulty passing stool; constipated.
- She became costive after taking the medication.
- After the long flight, he felt costive and uncomfortable.
- The doctor recommended more fiber for costive patients.
- Slow or reluctant to act, speak, or give; stingy.
- Her costive nature made her unwilling to share credit.
- He was costive with his praise, even for excellent work.
- The costive manager rarely approved new ideas.
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