Directive

/dəˈrɛktɪv/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An official or authoritative instruction.

The company issued a directive to improve workplace safety protocols.

A communication that provides guidance or instructions.

The school principal sent out a directive regarding the new attendance policy.

A statement or indication of a course of action.

The government directive aimed to reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

adjective

Having the power or quality of directing.

The directive nature of the document ensured that all departments adhered to the new regulations.

From Latin 'directivus', meaning 'to direct'.

executive directive

A directive issued by an executive authority.

policy directive

A directive that outlines specific policy decisions.

directive principle

Guidelines or rules that govern the behavior of an organization.

direct

To guide or manage the operations of something.

direction

The course along which someone or something moves.

directly

In a direct manner; without intermediary.

A strong recommendation or rule.

He said it was more of a directive than a suggestion.