TechnologyJuly 5, 2026
missive
/ˈmɪsɪv/
Definition
A formal, often long or official written communication or document.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'missivus,' meaning 'sent,' the word stems from the verb 'mittere,' which means 'to send.' It entered Middle English through the Medieval Latin 'missiva,' initially referring to a letter or dispatch sent to a specific recipient.
In the news
The article refers to a 43,000-word document released by Pope Leo XIV as a 'missive' to illustrate his formal, large-scale appeal to governments regarding AI regulation.
Tech money vs. vibes: AI is already reshaping U.S. politics at every level
Read the full article ↗The Lewiston Tribune