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declarative
This term describes a mode of communication that focuses on the assertion of facts. In linguistics, it refers to the most common sentence type used to convey information, contrasting sharply with interrogative or imperative forms. It carries a connotation of certainty and directness, often associated with authoritative or factual delivery.
In the realm of computer science, the term shifts toward a conceptual approach to logic. A declarative system allows a user to describe what the end goal is without specifying the control flow or the exact sequence of operations. This distinguishes it from imperative programming, where the focus is on the how rather than the what.
Meanings
Examples
The student wrote a simple declarative sentence to describe the weather.
SQL is a prime example of a declarative language because it focuses on what data to retrieve.
I prefer using a declarative approach to manage my cloud infrastructure.
The witness gave a declarative statement regarding the events of the night.
Stop asking so many questions and just give me a declarative answer.
The professor explained the difference between imperative and declarative moods in grammar.
The professor explained the difference between imperative and declarative moods in grammar.
He spoke in a flat, declarative tone that left no room for argument.
Declarative programming allows developers to describe the end goal rather than the process.