If something is retentive, it is able to hold something else, so be glad if you have a retentive mind and grab a sponge if you need something retentive to sop up water.
Having power to retain;
Adjective
tending to retain; "a retentive memory"; "soils retentive of moisture"
a.
Having power to retain; as, a retentive memory.
n.
That which retains or confines; a restraint.
Retentive
Nor airless dungeon, nor strong links of iron, Can be retentive to the strength of spirit.
Retentive
Having power to retain;
That which retains or confines; a restraint.
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A retentive memory may be a good thing, but the ability to forget is the true token of greatness.
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