normative normative /ˈnɔrmətɪv/

adjective

1. (grammar) pertaining to giving directives or rules  ( normative , prescriptive )
   (grammar) pertaining to giving directives or rules
    Prescriptive grammar is concerned with norms of or rules for correct usage
   prescriptive grammar is concerned with norms of or rules for correct usage
   
2. Relating to or dealing with norms  ( normative )
   relating to or dealing with norms
    Normative discipline
   normative discipline
    Normative samples
   normative samples