Equative
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /i(ː)ˈkweɪtɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Equative is an adjective meaning Having the power to equate (make equal) two things.
Meaning
Having the power to equate (make equal) two things.
More Meanings
- (grammar) A grammatical construction using an adjective or an adverb in the comparative of equality (also called "equative degree").
- (grammar) An adjective or adverb in the equative form.
- (grammar) The equative case.
Word Forms
- equatives
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include copula, predications, aequalis, pareil, equiproportion, equating.
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