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单词 directives
释义

directive

1 of 2

adjective

di·​rec·​tive də-ˈrek-tiv How to pronounce directive (audio)
dī-
1
: serving or intended to guide, govern, or influence
a directive method
2
: serving to point direction
specifically : directional sense 1b
directive microphones
3
psychology : of or relating to psychotherapy or counseling in which the counselor introduces information, content, or attitudes not previously expressed by the client

directive

2 of 2

noun

: something that serves to direct, guide, and usually impel toward an action or goal
especially, government : an authoritative order or instrument issued by a high-level body or official
a presidential directive

Synonyms

Noun

  • behest
  • charge
  • command
  • commandment
  • decree
  • dictate
  • direction
  • do
  • edict
  • imperative
  • injunction
  • instruction
  • order
  • word
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Example Sentences

Noun They received a written directive instructing them to develop new security measures. the company president regularly issues directives intended for all staff members
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
After the state rested its case Monday inside the Irwin County courthouse, defense attorney Ashleigh Merchant asked the judge to issue a directive verdict or dismissal of the case. Alexis Stevens, ajc, 16 May 2022 In 2019, the Trump administration introduced a rule change that barred providers participating in Title X from engaging in what’s known as non-directive pregnancy counseling. Jennifer Gerson, USA TODAY, 9 Oct. 2021 The City Council passed the directive 6-1 on Friday evening, with Vice Mayor Nikki Lee dissenting. Miguel Torres, The Arizona Republic, 14 Aug. 2021 In his book Quiet Leadership, David Rock talks a lot about how a coaching role is more effective than a directive management role. Antonia Bowring, Forbes, 1 June 2021 The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league did not make the directive public. Barry Wilner, Star Tribune, 7 May 2021 The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the league did not make the directive public. BostonGlobe.com, 7 May 2021 Yet in many organizations, traditional directive male leadership has been predominant, and their leaders do not necessarily have the skills to lead collaboratively, nurture culture change, and turn around businesses. Joe Ferreira, Forbes, 7 Apr. 2021 What followed was a flurry of directive fingers from shoppers helping guide officers to the location of all three fleeing perps. Kim Fu, The Mercury News, 10 July 2019
Noun
Both Diddy and Swizz Beatz’s comments section were filled with verified users backing their directive. Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2022 Following his own directive, Blinken dropped by Guisados, a beloved neighborhood taco shop on the east side of Los Angeles, during a break in the Summit of the Americas in June. David Montgomery, Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2022 This will be my primary directive as governor, securing our God given rights. Anchorage Daily News, 5 Aug. 2022 Designed for a prime mission of one Mars year, equal to about 23 Earth months, Curiosity has far outlived its original directive. Tim Newcomb, Popular Mechanics, 25 July 2022 In her statement, Saggese says O’Donnell ignored her directive that her comments were not to be used for authentication and overstated her findings not only in the catalog but in the media. Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 12 July 2022 When Bloom was hired three years ago, his first directive was to trade homegrown MVP Mookie Betts. Dan Shaughnessy, BostonGlobe.com, 8 July 2022 In March, Big Tech such as Apple, Google and Microsoft asked Texas Governor Greg Abbott to drop his directive to investigate parents of children undergoing gender-affirming procedures. Rebecca Henderson, Forbes, 24 June 2022 The mother of one of the teens said her son attempted suicide and was hospitalized the day Abbott issued his directive. CBS News, 10 June 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

see direct entry 1

Noun

see direct entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1902, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

directive

adjective

di·​rec·​tive də-ˈrek-tiv, dī- How to pronounce directive (audio)
: of or relating to psychotherapy in which the therapist introduces information, content, or attitudes not previously expressed by the client

directives

noun

plural of directive
1
as in instructions
a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned the company president regularly issues directives intended for all staff members

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • instructions
  • edicts
  • orders
  • directions
  • injunctions
  • commandments
  • imperatives
  • decrees
  • commands
  • requirements
  • words
  • dictates
  • behests
  • mandates
  • charges
  • demands
  • rules
  • regulations
  • laws
  • dos
  • precepts
  • statutes
  • ordinances
  • prescriptions
  • do's
  • prescripts
  • countermands
  • counterorders
  • counter-orders

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • recommendations
  • pleas
  • petitions
  • appeals
  • proposals
  • urgings
  • suggestions
  • entreaties
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2
as in decrees
an order publicly issued by an authority a directive issued by the archbishop that is to be read during Sunday services at every parish

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • decrees
  • edicts
  • rulings
  • decisions
  • proclamations
  • resolutions
  • diktats
  • rescripts
  • declarations
  • fiats
  • announcements
  • ukases
  • bulls
  • determinations
  • pronouncements
  • verdicts
  • diagnoses
  • opinions
  • conclusions
  • judgments
  • manifestos
  • dictums
  • judgements
  • dicta
  • deliverances
  • manifestoes
  • canons
  • calls
  • encyclicals
3
as in memorandums
a written communication giving information or directions a growing stack of unread directives from the company's senior vice president

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • memorandums
  • notices
  • memos
  • declarations
  • instructions
  • messages
  • letters
  • memoranda
  • proclamations
  • orders
  • edicts
  • reports
  • pronouncements
  • announcements
  • mails
  • postings
  • bulletins
  • commands
  • notifications
  • directions
  • rescripts
  • dictates
  • notes
  • dispatches
  • words
  • missives
  • releases
  • charges
  • encyclicals
  • epistles
  • posts
  • pronunciamentoes
  • pronunciamentos
  • jottings
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