Synonyms for missive

Grammar : Noun

Spell : mis-iv

Phonetic Transcription : ˈmɪs ɪv

Définition of missive

Origin : mid-15c., "commandment," noun use of adjective (mid-15c.) meaning "sent by superior authority," from Medieval Latin missivus "for sending, sent," especially in littera missiva "letters sent," from Latin missus, past participle of mittere "to send" (see mission).

noun written communication

Example sentences :

He went to the window and opened the missive with simulated indifference.
Extract from : « Casanova's Homecoming » by Arthur Schnitzler

Stephen returned to the library with the missive in his hand.
Extract from : « Cap'n Warren's Wards » by Joseph C. Lincoln

When Israel received the missive, his anger was hot and furious.
Extract from : « The Scapegoat » by Hall Caine

"It is for you, my dear," he said, as he passed the missive across the table to Miss Cavendish.
Extract from : « Victor's Triumph » by Mrs. E. D. E. N. Southworth

He despatched the missive, and felt his injuries were avenged.
Extract from : « Cornelius O'Dowd Upon Men And Women And Other Things In General » by Charles Lever

The envelope of this missive, unlike the others, bore only his name, not the address.
Extract from : « The Genius » by Margaret Horton Potter

Meantime, Molly is standing staring curiously at her missive.
Extract from : « Molly Bawn » by Margaret Wolfe Hamilton

His missive struck the dominant chord in the breast of Madame.
Extract from : « The False Chevalier » by William Douw Lighthall

Drawing out a wallet, he opened it and handed to the other the missive in question.
Extract from : « The Long Roll » by Mary Johnston

The missive, however, never reached the pontiff to whom it was addressed.
Extract from : « The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa » by Paul Barron Watson

Antonyms for missive

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