Preceptive

Pronunciation: /prɪˈsɛptɪv/

Definitions of preceptive

adjective giving or conveying advice or instruction

Example Sentences

A1 The preceptive teacher reminded the students to raise their hands before speaking.

A2 The preceptive instructions on the box made it easy to assemble the furniture.

B1 The preceptive guidelines outlined in the manual helped me set up the new software.

B2 The preceptive rules of the game were clearly explained before we started playing.

C1 The preceptive leadership style of the manager ensured that all tasks were completed efficiently.

C2 The preceptive advice from the expert was instrumental in solving the complex problem.

Examples of preceptive in a Sentence

formal The preceptive nature of the teacher's instructions helped the students understand the complex topic.

informal She has a preceptive way of giving advice that always seems to hit the mark.

slang I can't believe how preceptive he is when it comes to reading people's emotions.

figurative The preceptive eyes of the detective missed no detail in the crime scene.

Grammatical Forms of preceptive

• plural: preceptives
• comparative: more preceptive
• superlative: most preceptive
• present tense: preceptive
• future tense: will be preceptive
• perfect tense: have been preceptive
• continuous tense: is being preceptive
• singular: preceptive
• positive degree: preceptive
• infinitive: to be preceptive
• gerund: being preceptive
• participle: preceptive

Origin and Evolution of preceptive

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'preceptive' originated from the Latin word 'praecipere' which means 'to instruct or command'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'preceptive' has maintained its original meaning of giving instructions or commands, but it has also come to be associated with moral or ethical guidance in addition to practical instructions.