directive

• Adjetivo que descreve algo que serve para orientar, dirigir ou dar instruções; que tem caráter de diretriz ou de comando.

An adjective describing something that serves to direct, guide, or give instructions.

1. Giving instructions or ordersB2formal

   Serving to direct, guide, or command.

   Diretivo

   • The manager issued a directive memo to all employees.
   • The directive statement clarified the company's policy.
   • Her tone was directive, leaving no room for debate.

   Sinônimoscommandingdirectingguidingprescriptiveregulatory

   Antônimosnonmandatoryoptionalpermissive

• Substantivo que designa uma instrução, ordem ou orientação oficial emitida por uma autoridade, frequentemente em contextos jurídicos, governamentais ou corporativos.

A noun referring to an official instruction, order, or guideline issued by an authority, often in a legal, governmental, or corporate context.

1. Official instructionB2formal

   An official or authoritative instruction or order given by a person or organization in charge.

   Instrução oficial

   • The manager issued a directive to all employees regarding the new policy.
   • The government's directive requires all citizens to wear masks in public.
   • The company followed the EU directive on data protection.

   Sinônimoscommanddecreeedictinstructionmandateorderregulationruling

2. Guiding principleB2formal

   A general instruction or guideline that directs actions or decisions.

   Princípio orientador

   • The directive from the board was to focus on sustainability.
   • The team worked according to the directive provided by the CEO.
   • The directive outlined the steps for the project.

   Sinônimoscommanddecreeedictguidelineinstructionmandateorderprincipleregulationrule