Definition

Relating to or serving as a conjunction, which connects words, phrases, or clauses in sentences.

Example

In the sentence, the conjunctive words help to link the ideas together smoothly.

Conversation

I was reading about how conjunctive words can really change a sentence's meaning.

Oh, like how 'and' connects ideas together?

Exactly! They serve as a bridge between thoughts.

That's so interesting — I never thought about them that way!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A word that connects phrases or clauses in a sentence, often used to join ideas together.

Example

In the sentence, 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain,' the word 'but' is a conjunctive.

Conversation

I was reading about grammar rules and came across the term conjunctive.

Oh really? What does it mean?

It's a word that connects sentences, like 'and' or 'but', which are considered conjunctive words.

Root Explanation

Conjunctive → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "jungere" (meaning to join). The word "conjunctive" refers to something that joins or connects together, particularly in grammar where it links clauses or phrases.

Memory Tip

Think of things that are 'joined together' — 'con-' means together, and 'jungere' means to join.

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