A copulative element is a term that is often used in grammar to describe a type of word or phrase that is used to connect two words, phrases, or clauses. Some common synonyms for copulative element include linking verb, copula, and connecting word. These terms all refer to the same basic idea of a word or phrase that serves to connect two parts of a sentence together. Other synonyms for copulative element might include linking phrase, coordinating conjunction, or simply conjunction. No matter which synonym you choose to use, the basic idea is always the same: to describe a word or phrase that serves to connect other words or phrases together in a sentence.