Definition of
prescriptive has definitions from the fields of grammar,linguistics
1
[ adjective ] (linguistics) based on or prescribing a norm or standard

Synonyms

normative

Examples

"normative grammar"

Related terms

standard

2
[ adjective ] (grammar) giving directives or rules

Synonyms

normative

Examples

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

Related terms

descriptive grammar

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