1. Tending to simplify or reduce something complex to something simpler, often excessively or inaccurately
That reductive argument ignores the nuances of the situation.
Esse argumento redutivo ignora as nuances da situação.
2. Of or relating to reduction; involving the removal or decrease of something
The reductive process helped eliminate unnecessary steps.
O processo redutivo ajudou a eliminar passos desnecessários.
3. In chemistry and philosophy, relating to or employing reduction
Reductive analysis breaks down the problem into smaller components.
A análise redutiva divide o problema em componentes menores.