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GERUNDIVE

(noun, adj.)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Gerundive.

How to pronounce gerundive:

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Gerundive - as a noun

(in latin grammar) a verbal adjective that describes obligation or necessity, equivalent in form to the future passive participle.

(less commonly, in english grammar) a verbal adjective ending in -ing , also called a "present participle".

Gerundive - as an adjective

Gerundial

Example Sentences

"The gerundive is a verbal adjective in Latin."
"A gerundive can express necessity or obligation in a sentence."
"In some languages, the gerundive is used to form the passive voice."
"The gerundive form of a verb in Latin usually ends in -ndus."
"The gerundive can function as a predicative adjective in a sentence."
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Word Game Points

Is GERUNDIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, gerundive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GERUNDIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is GERUNDIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, gerundive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GERUNDIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is GERUNDIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, gerundive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GERUNDIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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