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noun

Definition of cursivenext
as in handwriting
a type of writing in which all the letters in a word are connected to each other He writes in cursive when he takes notes.

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adjective

as in informal

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Recent Examples of cursive
Noun
Various factors go into determining whether the signatures match, including the slant of the signature, whether it is printed or written in cursive, and the size, proportions or scale. — Paris Barraza, USA Today, 4 June 2026 The details of the card are written in a cursive that flows against the less elastic serifs of the demographic data questions. — Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Adjective
Carey’s name is written in a rainbow gradient cursive font on the front and in bold block letters on the back, accompanied by the number 26 (for the year 2026). — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 3 June 2026 Users can summon Alexa for Shopping by clicking a cursive A icon on Amazon's website or app, or via Echo Show displays. — Annie Palmer, CNBC, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cursive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cursive
  1. handwriting
  2. informal
  3. print
  4. unauthorized
  5. automatic
  6. spontaneous
  7. instinctive
  8. impulsive
Noun
  • Additional tests could include handwriting analysis, fingerprint scans and DNA examination, the Journal reported.
    — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
  • There was little or no organization among them, and some were scrawled in barely decipherable handwriting.
    — Joaquin Sapien, ProPublica, 30 June 2026
Definition of handwriting
Adjective
  • West conducted an informal poll, asking the CFOs whether the strategy function now reports to them.
    — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 13 July 2026
  • These experts give presentations and workshops on topics like how to use a camera, light, composition, and storytelling, as well as provide informal coaching during the voyage.
    — Kristen E. Pope, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026
Definition of informal
Noun
  • One of Kate Spade’s most timeless prints is the classic black-and-white polka dot.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
  • The stock did come into the print rather hot, relatively speaking — up 20%, as of Monday's close, since its 52-week low of nearly $73 on May 15.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 14 July 2026
Definition of print
Adjective
  • AssuranceAmerica determined that an unauthorized third party had gained access to a portion of its IT systems and copied some important files.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 10 July 2026
  • Officials have described him as an unauthorized immigrant but did not answer specific questions about his status.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 10 July 2026
Definition of unauthorized
Adjective
  • Bluetooth speakers, automatic curtains, and an in-room iPad for the very good Four Seasons app (also available on your phone) would make great enhancements.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • The Gamblers advanced after one of their riders appeared to touch the bull with his free hand — an automatic disqualification under PBR rules — but no foul was called.
    — Latif Love July 9, Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026
Definition of automatic
Adjective
  • That didn’t seem to dent the energy, with spontaneous Argentinian futbol songs breaking out among scrums of fans.
    — Matias Ocner, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • Instead of limiting where an electric bike can go, its folding design creates more opportunities to ride, making spontaneous adventures easier than ever while still providing the comfort needed for longer distances.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 July 2026
Definition of spontaneous
Adjective
  • Researchers also aim to integrate the sensing-actuation loop directly into soft robots, enabling instinctive responses, while using its rich force signals to improve perception and interaction in complex environments.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • Professional momentum builds as the instinctive Moon conjoins passionate Mars in your 10th House of Career, turning focus into action on a goal that lifts your public standing.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of instinctive
Adjective
  • In both cases, the act was an impulsive, existential response with no single cause.
    — Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
  • The series follows Ada, an impulsive police officer and former urban-acrobatics expert who investigates a gang of stunt performers specializing in stealing luxury cargo from trucks travelling at high speed.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 10 July 2026
Definition of impulsive

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“Cursive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cursive. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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