1. making a statement or declaration; stating something clearly and directly
2. relating to or being a sentence that makes a statement rather than asks a question or gives a command
Usage: grammar

1. a declarative sentence or statement
Usage: grammar

Examples

• She spoke in a declarative tone that left no room for argument.
• The witness made several declarative statements about what he saw.
• A declarative sentence ends with a period, not a question mark.
• The teacher explained the difference between declarative and interrogative sentences.
• His declarative style of writing made his position very clear.
• Most sentences in essays are declarative rather than questions.
• The contract contained several declarative clauses about payment terms.