gestaltende
Translation
formative, creative, shaping, designing
Examples
Sie ist eine gestaltende Kraft in der Firma.
She is a formative force in the company.
Der gestaltende Einfluss der Kunst ist groß.
The formative influence of art is great.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) formative, shaping Sie ist eine gestaltende Kraft.
Similar Words
schöpferisch, kreativ, formgebend
Etymology
Present participle of 'gestalten' (to shape). The '-end' suffix is like '-ing' in English, indicating an active process.
Memory Tips
Think of this as the 'active' or 'doing' form of 'gestalten'. A 'gestaltende Kraft' is a force that is actively 'shaping' something.