Factitive

//ˈfæktɪtɪv// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Taking a complement that expresses a result along with a direct object, or inherently implying a complement; or synonymous with causative. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Factive. not-comparable, rare

Etymology

From Latin factitāre, from factus, perfect passive participle of facere + -itāre.

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direct object

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