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Definition of Commissive
1. a. Relating to commission; of the nature of, or involving, commission.
Definition of Commissive
1. Adjective. By commission; resulting from a positive act. ¹
2. Adjective. (pragmatics) Making a commitment, such as a promise or threat, by illocutionary means. ¹
3. Noun. (pragmatics) A speech act by which a commitment is made, such as a promise or threat. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com