What is another word for ergative?
Pronunciation: [ˈɜːɡətˌɪv] (IPA) 
Ergative is a grammatical term that refers to a type of verb that is used to describe a sentence where the subject of the sentence is affected by the action of the verb, rather than being the one who performs the action. Some synonyms for the word ergative include active-stative, anti-passive, and middle. Examples of ergative verbs include "he broke the vase" and "the window shattered." Alternatively, "the vase broke" and "the window shattered itself," are examples of a stative or passive sentence. Ergative verbs are often found in languages with a case system and allow for greater flexibility in sentence structure.
