stative
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈsteɪtɪv/
KK: /ˈsteɪtɪv/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a type of verb that describes a state or condition rather than an action.
Example
In English, some verbs are stative, meaning they describe a state of being rather than an action.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more stative
Superlative: most stative
Conversation
I was reading about different types of verbs, and I came across the term stative.
Oh, I think I remember that! It refers to verbs that express a state or condition, right?
Exactly! It's interesting how they differ from action verbs.
Yeah, it really helps to understand the nuances in language.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
static
unchanging
fixed
Antonyms
dynamic
changing
variable
noun
Definition
A type of verb that describes a state or condition rather than an action.
Example
In English, 'know' is an example of a stative verb.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of a stative?
Yeah, I think it's a type of verb, right?
Exactly! It describes a state rather than an action.
Root Explanation
Stative is derived from the Latin root "stare" (meaning to stand) combined with the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The term describes a state of being or existence, particularly in grammar, where it refers to verbs that express a state rather than an action.
Memory Tip
Think of 'standing still' ('stare') to remember that 'stative' refers to a state of being rather than an action.
Visually Confused Words
usitative
sputative
gustative
gestative
tactive
staiver
tatie
stive