Top synonyms for “directive”: directing, directional, guiding, leading.
Definitions
- (noun)a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity“the boss loves to send us directives”
- (adjective)showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on“felt his mother's directing arm around him”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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What is another word for "directive"?
Common synonyms for "directive" include directing, directional, guiding, leading. Our thesaurus lists 4 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "directive" mean?
a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity Example: "the boss loves to send us directives"
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