didactic — intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive
Pronunciation (IPA): /daɪˈdæktɪk/
Korean meaning: 교훈적인, 설교조의
Korean pronunciation: 다이**댁**틱
Example Sentences
- The fairy tale was so didactic that children fell asleep instead of learning the moral lesson.
- Her didactic novels always end with characters learning important life lessons.
- The museum's didactic displays helped visitors understand the historical context.
didactic
ADJECTIVE//daɪˈdæktɪk//
intended to teach, particularly in having moral instruction as an ulterior motive
A parent delivers didactic lessons about proper behavior to their attentive child
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Origin
From Greek didaktikos, derived from didaskein meaning 'to teach.' The term entered English in the 17th century, originally used to describe teaching methods and later expanded to describe instructional or moralistic content.
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“The fairy tale was so didactic that children fell asleep instead of learning the moral lesson.”
“Her didactic novels always end with characters learning important life lessons.”
“The museum's didactic displays helped visitors understand the historical context.”
“His didactic speeches at parties made him the least popular guest.”
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