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DESCRIPTIVE

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Descriptive.

Descriptive - as an adjective

Serving to describe or inform or characterized by description

Example: "The descriptive variable"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
undescriptive

Of or relating to an approach to linguistic analysis that aims at the description of a language's forms, structures and usage

Example: "Descriptive grammar"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
prescriptive

Descriptive - as a noun

(grammar) an adjective (or other descriptive word)

Example Sentences

"She was known for her descriptive writing style."
"The painting was extremely descriptive, capturing every detail of the landscape."
"The teacher asked the students to write a descriptive essay about their favorite place."
"The tour guide provided a descriptive explanation of the historical monument."
"The detective gave a very descriptive account of the crime scene."
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Word Game Points

Is DESCRIPTIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, descriptive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESCRIPTIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is DESCRIPTIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, descriptive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESCRIPTIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is DESCRIPTIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, descriptive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESCRIPTIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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