Obviative
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɒbvi.ətɪv/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Obviative is a noun meaning (linguistics) Relating to such a referent or grammatical marker.
Meaning
(linguistics) Relating to such a referent or grammatical marker.
More Meanings
- (linguistics) A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one.
Word Forms
- obviatives
Synonyms for obviative
Depending on context, synonyms include obviate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proximate, relativizer, coreference, anaphora, superordinate, submodality.
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