Word: DATIVE
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Definition of DATIVE
- (grammar) The dative case.
- (grammar) Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter or indirect object, generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.
- In oneโs gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office or other privilege.
- Removable, as distinguished from perpetual; โ said of an officer.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "dative", surprising the rest of the board members."
- โข "The referee verified that "dative" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 10 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 11 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DATIVE a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DATIVE worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DATIVE? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DATIVE:
- # the dative effect
- # master of dative
- # playing with dative
- # in terms of dative
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