Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disjunctive

Adjective
/dɪsˈdʒʌŋk.tɪv/
Definition
Relating to a conjunction that presents choices or alternatives.
Examples
  • The disjunctive conjunction ‘or’ allows for different possibilities.
  • In logic, disjunctive statements present an either/or situation.
  • She used a disjunctive approach to separate her ideas clearly in the essay.
Meaning
In grammar, ‘disjunctive’ refers to a type of conjunction that separates two alternatives. It can also describe something that is distinct or separate.
Synonyms
  • Alternative
  • Separative
  • Distinct