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
