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/ˈɒbvi.ətɪv/ · noun
(linguistics) A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one..
Use obviative when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Obviative means (linguistics) A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one..
Common synonyms include obviate.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use obviative where its definition matches the intended context.
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