Definition

Relating to a grammatical case that indicates the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Example

In the sentence 'She saw him', 'him' is in the accusative case.

Conversation

Have you ever studied the accusative case in grammar?

Yeah, it's interesting how it marks the direct object in sentences.

I find it a bit tricky to remember all the rules about the accusative case.

Same here! But once you get the hang of it, it becomes easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A grammatical term that refers to a specific form of a word used to indicate the direct object of a verb in a sentence.

Example

In Latin, the word 'puellam' is in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of the verb.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term accusative in grammar?

Yeah, I think it refers to a specific case, right?

Exactly! I find it so interesting how different languages use the accusative case.

Root Explanation

Accusative → It is formed from "accusare" (meaning to accuse) and the suffix "-tive" (indicating a state or condition). The accusative case in grammar is used to indicate the direct object of a verb, which is often the entity being accused or acted upon.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'accusare' which means to accuse, and remember that the accusative case shows who is being acted upon in a sentence.

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