directive Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity
    • the boss loves to send us directives
  2. adjective satellite showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
    directing; guiding; directional.
    • felt his mother's directing arm around him
    • the directional role of science on industrial progress

WordNet

Di*rect"ive adjective
Etymology
LL. directivus: cf. F. directif.
Definitions
  1. Having power to direct; tending to direct, guide, or govern; showing the way. Hooker.
    The precepts directive of our practice in relation to God. Barrow.
  2. Able to be directed; manageable. Obs.
    Swords and bows Directive by the limbs. Shak.

Webster 1913