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1directive
adjective di·rec·tive \də-ˈrek-tiv, dī-\
Definition of DIRECTIVE
1
: serving or intended to guide, govern, or influence
2
: serving to point direction; specifically : directional 1b
3
: of or relating to psychotherapy or counseling in which the counselor introduces information, content, or attitudes not previously expressed by the client
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First Known Use of DIRECTIVE
15th century
Rhymes with DIRECTIVE
2directive
noun
: an official order or instruction
Full Definition of DIRECTIVE
: something that serves to direct, guide, and usually impel toward an action or goal; especially : an authoritative instrument issued by a high-level body or official
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First Known Use of DIRECTIVE
1902
Related to DIRECTIVE
- Synonyms
- behest, charge, commandment, decree, dictate, direction, command, do, edict, imperative, injunction, instruction, order, word
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directive
adjective di·rec·tive \də-ˈrek-tiv, dī-\
Medical Definition of DIRECTIVE
: of or relating to psychotherapy in which the therapist introduces information, content, or attitudes not previously expressed by the client
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