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directive vs directing

directing vs directive

directive is a noun but directing is not a noun.

directive and directing both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
directive Yes Yes No No
directing No Yes No No
As adjectives, directive and directing are synonyms defined as:
  • directive and directing: showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
Other synonyms of directive include directional, guiding.
directive (noun) directing (noun)
a pronouncement encouraging or banning some activity
directive (adjective) directing (adjective)
showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
Difference between directive and directing

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