Directiveness: meaning, definitions and examples
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directiveness
[ dɪˈrɛktɪvnəs ]
in management
The quality or state of being directive; specifically : the quality or state of being authoritative and providing clear guidance or instructions.
Synonyms
authoritativeness, guidance, instruction
Examples of usage
- His directiveness as a manager made it clear what was expected of the team.
- The directiveness of the new CEO helped streamline decision-making processes.
in psychology
The tendency or ability to provide clear instructions or guidance to others, often associated with leadership qualities.
Synonyms
guidance, instruction, leadership
Examples of usage
- Her directiveness in therapy sessions helped clients make progress towards their goals.
- The teacher's directiveness in the classroom created a structured learning environment.
Translations
Translations of the word "directiveness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 diretividade
🇮🇳 निर्देशात्मकता
🇩🇪 Direktivität
🇮🇩 direktifitas
🇺🇦 директивність
🇵🇱 dyrektywność
🇯🇵 指示性 (しじせい)
🇫🇷 directivité
🇪🇸 directividad
🇹🇷 yönlendiricilik
🇰🇷 지시성 (jisaeseong)
🇸🇦 التوجيهيّة
🇨🇿 direktivita
🇸🇰 direktívnosť
🇨🇳 指令性 (zhǐlìng xìng)
🇸🇮 direktivnost
🇮🇸 stýring
🇰🇿 директивтілік
🇬🇪 დირექტიულობა
🇦🇿 direktivlik
🇲🇽 directividad
Word origin
The word 'directiveness' is derived from the adjective 'directive,' which comes from the Latin word 'directivus,' meaning 'showing a way.' The concept of directiveness has been a key aspect of management and leadership theories, emphasizing the importance of clear guidance and instructions in achieving organizational goals.
See also: bidirectional, direct, directability, directing, direction, directions, directive, directives, directly, directness, director, directorial, directors, directory, indirect, misdirect, misdirection, undirected.