Breadcrumb Home > Thesaurus > F Synonyms of fixative Find synonyms for: Noun 1. fixative, fixing agent, fixer usage: a compound (such as ethanol or formaldehyde) that fixes tissues and cells for microscopic study 2. fixative, varnish usage: a varnish dissolved in alcohol and sprayed over pictures to prevent smudging WordNet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.Definition and meaning of fixative (Dictionary) TrendingHere are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about. Jewish Holidays, 2010-2030 (A.M. 5770-5791) Western Christian Holidays, 2010-2030 12 Steps to a New Year New Year's Resolution to Slim Down? Martin Luther King Speeches Books of the Bible: Old Testament Books in Order ✖ Related Content Daily Word Quiz: fatuous Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language