What is another word for Gerundive?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛɹəndˌɪv] (IPA)

Gerundive is a grammatical form that functions like an adjective and is derived from a verb. It is commonly used in Latin and some other languages. There are several synonyms for gerundive that can be used interchangeably depending on the language and context. In Latin, gerundive can be replaced by "participium futuri passivi," "participle of necessity," or "future passive participle." In English, gerundive can be substituted with "verbal adjective," "participle adjective," or "adjectival participle." Regardless of the synonym, all of these terms refer to the same grammatical structure that is used to modify nouns and other words in a sentence.

What are the hypernyms for Gerundive?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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    verb conjugations, verb forms, verb inflections, verb properties, verbal conjugations.

Usage examples for Gerundive

The Gerundive expresses purpose here, as often.
"Selections from Viri Romae"
Charles François L'Homond
Tenth line, last word-gerund, Channing, or Gerundive?
"The Varmint"
Owen Johnson F. R. Gruger
It was the Gerundive, Channing.
"The Varmint"
Owen Johnson F. R. Gruger

Related words: gerund, gerunds, gerundive, gerundives, gerund's

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