descriptive

This term conveys a sense of vividness and precision, aiming to paint a picture in the mind of the listener or reader. It focuses on the external characteristics and sensory details of an object or event rather than analyzing its inner meaning or judging its value.

In academic or linguistic contexts, it refers to an approach that records how a language is actually used by people, rather than prescribing how it should be used. This creates a distinction between observing reality and enforcing a set of rigid rules.