Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Obviative

//ˈɒbvi.ətɪv// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to such a referent or grammatical marker.
Noun
  1. 1
    A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively non-salient referent in a given context from a relatively salient (proximate) one.

Etymology

Etymology 1

From French obviatif. By surface analysis, obviate + -ive.

Etymology 2

From French obviatif. By surface analysis, obviate + -ive.

See also for "obviative"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: obviative