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prescriptive

UK
/prɪˈskrɪptɪv/
US
/prɪˈskrɪptɪv/

Translations

prescriptiveadjective
more prescriptive
Comp.
most prescriptive
Super.
UK
/prɪˈskrɪptɪv/
US
/prɪˈskrɪptɪv/
The prescriptive rules of grammar can be quite strict.
Предписывающие правила грамматики могут быть довольно строгими.
The prescriptive approach to language often ignores regional variations.
Нормативный подход к языку часто игнорирует региональные вариации.
Synonyms
regulatory
normative
directive
proscriptive
authoritative
Antonyms
descriptive

Definitions

prescriptiveadjective
Relating to the imposition or enforcement of a rule or method.
The prescriptive guidelines for the project were very detailed, leaving little room for creativity.
Involving the setting of rules or directions.
The prescriptive approach to language teaching focuses on grammar and correct usage.
Acquired or claimed by right of long-standing custom or prescription, especially in law.
The villagers held a prescriptive easement across the private land.
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