adj.
Pronunciation: ' v ō -tiv
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin votivus, from votum vow
Date: 1597
1 : consisting of or expressing a vow, wish, or desire <a votive prayer>
2 : offered or performed in fulfillment of a vow or in gratitude or devotion
– vo · tive · ly adverb
– vo · tive · ness noun