Essive
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Essive is an adjective meaning (grammar) of, or relating to the grammatical case that in some languages indicates existence in a state or capacity.
Meaning
(grammar) of, or relating to the grammatical case that in some languages indicates existence in a state or capacity.
More Meanings
- (grammar, Indo-European linguistics) designating being in a state as opposed to entering into a state.
- (grammar) the essive case, or a word in that case.
- (rare) indicating a temporary state of being.
Word Forms
- essives
Synonyms for essive
Depending on context, synonyms include stative.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exessive, inessive, absolutive, genitive, superessive, invertive.
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