Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to an injunction; serving to enjoin or prohibit

“The injunctive language used in the court order made it clear that the action was not permitted.”

2. adjective

of or relating to a verb that gives orders or commands

“The injunctive mood is used in many languages to indicate commands or orders.”

3. noun

a verb or clause that gives a command or an order

“The injunctive in the sentence ‘Close the door’ is ‘Close’ itself.”

4. noun

a grammatical mood in which the speaker gives an order or command

“The speaker used the injunctive mood when saying ‘Pick up your toys’.”