Meaning of the word communicative in English

What does communicative mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

communicative

US /kəˈmjuː.nə.keɪ.t̬ɪv/
UK /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.kə.tɪv/
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Adjective

1.

willing to talk and give information to other people

Example:
He was not very communicative and kept his thoughts to himself.
The patient was alert and communicative after the surgery.
2.

relating to the ability to communicate or the process of communication

Example:
The course focuses on developing communicative skills in English.
Language is a communicative tool used by humans.