directive
1. [ noun ] a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity
Examples:

"the boss loves to send us directives"

Related terms: pronouncement presidential_directive direct
2. [ adjective ] showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
Synonyms: directing guiding directional
Examples:

"felt his mother's directing arm around him" "the directional role of science on industrial progress"

Related terms: leading
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