Meaning & use
instructive
Providing useful information or insight; helpful for learning something.
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The documentary was instructive, explaining the causes of the drought in clear terms.
Her failed first attempt turned out to be an instructive experience.
A note on using this word
Describes experiences or content that teach a lesson, not necessarily formal instruction.
Words with a similar meaning
informativeeducational
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