communicative

adjective

com·​mu·​ni·​ca·​tive kə-ˈmyü-nə-ˌkā-tiv  -ni-kə-tiv 

1

: tending to communicate : talkative

2

: of or relating to communication

communicatively adverb

communicativeness noun

Examples of communicative in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Related Articles Cale Makar’s big night helps Avalanche solve Flyers NHL referee Mitch Dunning communicative, can move extremities following violent collision in Avs-Flyers game The Avs are in the nation’s capital to face the Capitals again Thursday. —Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 19 Nov. 2024

Being reliable, communicative, and adaptable can enhance a creator’s reputation and lead to repeat partnerships. —Kristen Bousquet, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024

Furthermore, leaders must be transparent and communicative throughout the ERP implementation process. —Miguel Llorca, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024

Be clear and communicative about what turns you on. —Lexi Petronis, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

communicative

adjective

com·​mu·​ni·​ca·​tive kə-ˈmyü-nə-ˌkāt-iv  -ni-kət-iv 

1

: tending to communicate : talkative

2

: of or relating to communication

communicativeness noun

Legal Definition

communicative

adjective

com·​mu·​ni·​ca·​tive kə-ˈmyü-nə-ˌkā-tiv, -kə-tiv 

1

: tending or serving to communicate

a communicative gesture

2

: of or relating to communication