missive

noun

ˈmi-siv How to pronounce missive (audio)
Definition of missivenext
as in letter
a message on paper from one person or group to another the two old friends like to fire off missives filled with good-natured teasing and mock insults

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Recent Examples of missive Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier wears his faith on his sleeve and shares it in legal opinions and threatening missives on state letterhead. — Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026 Some like Bakhtiar and Marcus opt for dynamic color palettes and spicy missives, while others create self-deprecating mascots and smart brand collaborations. — Megan Sauer, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026 In our era of incessant texting, the concept of these radio missives struck me as both archaic and romantic. — Jordan Salama, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Long live the movies, Dana & Josh The missive comes just hours after Skydance co-CEO David Ellison sent his own memo. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for missive
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  1. letter
  2. epistle
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  • The subpoenas request any documents and communications related to letters sent in July and October by federal officials to state election officials outlining the allegations about noncitizen voters.
    — Safiyah Riddle, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2026
  • In all capital letters, deputes are warned not to drive the wrong way to chase someone.
    — Brittany Wallman, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of letter
Noun
  • The main theme of the letters over time emphasizes long-term value creation, but the epistles have drawn criticism from the political left and right.
    — byDebbie Carlson, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Mar. 2026
  • For example, in several Epistles, the apostle Paul speaks often about the Christian hope in God through Jesus Christ.
    — Joanne M. Pierce, The Conversation, 20 Jan. 2026
Definition of epistle

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“Missive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/missive. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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