verbal

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜː.bəl/
/ˈvɝ.bəl/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

(grammar) A verb form which does not function as a predicate, or a word derived from a verb. In English, infinitives, participles and gerunds are verbals.

Synonyms
non-finite verb
2 Definition

A confession given to police.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To induce into fabricating a confession.

Adjective
9 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of or relating to words.

Synonyms
wordish
2 Definition

Concerned with the words, rather than the substance of a text.

3 Definition

Consisting of words only.

Antonyms
non-verbal substantive
4 Definition

Expressly spoken rather than written; oral.

Example Sentences
  • a verbal contract
5 Definition

(grammar) Derived from, or having the nature of a verb.

Synonyms
rhematic
6 Definition

(grammar) Used to form a verb.

7 Definition

Capable of speech.

Antonyms
preverbal
8 Definition

Word for word.

Synonyms
literal verbatim
Example Sentences
  • a verbal translation
9 Definition

Abounding with words; verbose.