Instructive

usgb/ɪnˈstrʌktɪv/
adjective

Something that gives a lot of information and teaches you something.

Her life story was an instructive example of how not to succeed in business.
Visual representation of "instructive" - Something that gives a lot of information and teaches you something.

Often appears as...

  • instructive example
  • instructive experience
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Teaching Moments

Use 'instructive' when you gain knowledge from an event or situation.

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The workshop was instructive, offering insights into effective communication.
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Not Always Formal

'Instructive' is used in both formal and casual contexts to show learning.

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Our casual chat turned out to be quite instructive for my research.
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Positive or Negative

'Instructive' can refer to learning from both good and bad examples.

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His mistakes were instructive to the rest of the team.
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