Normative
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnɔː.mə.tɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Normative is an adjective meaning Of or pertaining to a norm or standard.
Meaning
Of or pertaining to a norm or standard.
More Meanings
- Conforming to a norm or norms.
- Attempting to establish or prescribe a norm.
- A regulation imposed to preserve a norm.
Example Sentences
normative grammar
normative behaviour
Most important are the so-called economic normatives. They either specify the minimal efficiency of productive resources utilization or regulate the distribution of the enterprises revenue.
Word Forms
- normatives
Synonyms for normative
Depending on context, synonyms include standard, prescriptive, received.
Antonyms for normative
Common opposites include descriptive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include prescriptive, standard, received, norm, normal, standards.
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