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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

directive

/dɪrˈɛktɪv/ noun · British & US
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What does directive mean?

noun

A command or instruction given by someone in authority, or a direction or guideline that indicates what to do or how to do something. A directive can be a formal or official instruction, or a general guideline that provides guidance on how to achieve a particular goal or objective.

Example

"The company issued a directive to all employees to reduce their energy consumption by 20% within the next six months."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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