Injunctive

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈdʒʌŋktɪv/

Injunctive (adjective)

  1. Giving a command or order to do something.
  2. Related to a legal order that tells someone to do or not do something.

Examples

  • The manager gave an injunctive statement to improve efficiency.
  • An injunctive tone was used to ensure compliance.

Common collocations: injunctive statement, injunctive tone, injunctive relief, injunctive order

Synonyms of Injunctive

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Injunctive

  • when discussing non-mandatory actions