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Prescriptive

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Definition

Prescriptive means giving directions or rules for how to do something.

Synonyms & similar words

normative descriptive authoritative directive regulatory dictatorial domineering bossy controlling dominant governing mandatory imperative binding required compulsory obligatory enforced prescribed lawful official standard

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