Definition of prescriptive

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  • prescriptive is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 21
  • prescriptive is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 21
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Definition of prescriptive

  • pertaining to giving directives or rules (adjective)

    Examples

    1. prescriptive grammar is concerned with norms of or rules for correct usage

    Synonyms

    1. normative

See definition of prescriptive in Merriam Webster