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DISPOSITIVE

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Dispositive.

Dispositive - as a noun

A document that communicates the general stance taken by some organization or nation on a particular issue.

Example: "Thereafter the court ruled unanimously in paragraph 2c of its dispositif that threat or use of force by means of nuclear weapons is contrary to the un charter and is unlawful."

According to michel foucault, the aggregate of institutional, physical and administrative mechanisms and knowledge structures that enhance and maintain the exercise of power within society.

Dispositive - as an adjective

Intending to or resulting in disposition (disposing of or settling a matter).

Example: "We were unable to produce any dispositive evidence to support our case."

Example Sentences

"The judge made a dispositive ruling that dismissed the case."
"Her testimony was crucial in reaching a dispositive conclusion."
"The new evidence presented was dispositive and changed the outcome of the trial."
"The dispositive factor in the negotiations was the price."
"The dispositive clause in the contract allowed for termination."
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Word Game Points

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

DISPOSITIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is DISPOSITIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dispositive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISPOSITIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is DISPOSITIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dispositive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISPOSITIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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