Origin: Latin suffix -ive
Depressive has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
someone suffering psychological depression
"Her friends were very supportive when they noticed her becoming increasingly depressive after losing her job."
A person suffering from depression.
"After months of feeling hopeless, she decided to seek help from a depressive who specialized in anxiety disorders."
Causing depression; dispiriting.
"The constant gray skies and endless rain have a depressive effect on everyone trying to enjoy their weekend outdoors."