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directive
/daɪˈɹɛktɪv/, /dɝˈɛktɪv/, /diˈɹɛktɪv/, /dɪˈɹɛktɪv/
Directive
01
a clear instruction or order given to guide actions or decisions
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
directives
Examples
The company issued a directive outlining the new workplace safety protocols in response to the global health crisis.
directive
01
guiding or instructing by leading, showing the way, or giving directions
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most directive
Comparative
more directive
gradable
Examples
The manager's tone was firm but directive, ensuring everyone knew their tasks.
