Definition

Describing a phrase or sentence that does not contain a verb.

Example

The teacher explained that a verbless clause can still convey meaning without a verb.

Conversation

Did you check out that poem with a verbless structure?

Yeah, it was interesting how it conveyed emotions without any verbs.

Exactly! I never thought a verbless style could be so powerful.

It really shows how much can be said with just nouns and adjectives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'verbless' is formed from 'verb' (from Latin 'verbum', meaning word) and '-less' (meaning without). Thus, 'verbless' describes something that is without words or lacking in verbal expression.

Memory Tip

Think of 'verb' as a word and '-less' meaning without — so 'verbless' means without words.

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