Approximative
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Approximative is an adjective meaning Of, relating to, or being an estimate or approximation.
Meaning
Of, relating to, or being an estimate or approximation.
More Meanings
- (grammar) A grammatical construct that expresses approximation.
Example Sentences
In Example 6, we can see speakers using the vague approximatives 'two or three' and 'one or two'.
Word Forms
- approximatives
Synonyms for approximative
Depending on context, synonyms include rough, inexact, approximate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include approximate, inexact, rough, estimative, nominal, guesstimative.
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