1. involving consultation; seeking or giving advice
2. having the power to advise but not to make decisions
Usage: often used in business or government contexts

Examples

• The committee serves in a consultative role only.
• She took a consultative approach to managing her team.
• The consultative process involved all stakeholders.
• His consultative style made employees feel heard.
• The board established a consultative committee for policy review.
• They used consultative selling techniques with clients.