Communicative — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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

Meaning & Definition of Communicative

Communicative (adjective)

  1. tending to communicate, talkative
  2. of or relating to communication

Communicative (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. characterized by abundant communication and expression

    "The child was shy and not very communicative."

    "The workplace had a friendly and communicative atmosphere."

    similar: extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, sociable, blabby, chatty, conversational, gabby, garrulous, loquacious, motormouthed, mouthy, talkative, talky, expansive, demonstrative, effusive, gushing, free-spoken, outspoken, unreserved, vocal, articulate, fluent, glib, voluble, well-spoken, gossipy, talebearing, tale-telling, long-winded, prolix, rambling, verbose, windy, wordy
    opposite: quiet, shy, mum, mute, silent, speechless, tongue-tied, wordless, evasive, nonvocal, secretive, self-contained, aloof, indrawn, inhibited, introverted, retiring, unsociable, withdrawn, closemouthed, laconic, reserved, reticent, taciturn, tight-lipped, uncommunicative

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Communicative

The most common words with a similar meaning to Communicative:

extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, sociable, blabby, chatty, conversational, gabby, garrulous, loquacious, motormouthed, mouthy, talkative, talky, expansive, demonstrative, effusive, gushing, free-spoken, outspoken, unreserved, vocal, articulate, fluent, glib, voluble, well-spoken, gossipy, talebearing, tale-telling, long-winded, prolix, rambling, verbose, windy, wordy

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Communicative

Words with the opposite meaning of Communicative:

quiet, shy, mum, mute, silent, speechless, tongue-tied, wordless, evasive, nonvocal, secretive, self-contained, aloof, indrawn, inhibited, introverted, retiring, unsociable, withdrawn, closemouthed, laconic, reserved, reticent, taciturn, tight-lipped, uncommunicative

Word Forms of Communicative

Derived words: communicatively (adverb), communicativeness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Communicative

First known use: 1651

Frequently Asked Questions about Communicative

What does "Communicative" mean?

"Communicative" means tending to communicate, talkative. As an adjective, it is defined as: tending to communicate, talkative.

What is another word for "Communicative"?

Other words for "Communicative" include extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, sociable, blabby, chatty, conversational and gabby. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Communicative" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Communicative"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Communicative". Common alternatives include extroverted, gregarious, outgoing, sociable, blabby, chatty, conversational, gabby, garrulous and loquacious.

What is the opposite of "Communicative"?

Antonyms of "Communicative" include quiet, shy, mum, mute, silent, speechless, tongue-tied and wordless.

How do you use "Communicative" in a sentence?

Examples of "Communicative" in a sentence: "The child was shy and not very communicative."; "The workplace had a friendly and communicative atmosphere.".

Is "Communicative" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Communicative" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Communicative"?

"Communicative" is pronounced /kə-ˈmyü-nə-ˌkā-tiv/ and divided into syllables as com·mu·ni·ca·tive.

What is the origin of the word "Communicative"?

First known use: 1651.