Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
causative
adjective
/ˈkɔːzətɪv/
Definition
A linguistic term that refers to a verb that indicates the action of causing someone or something to do a task, often making them the subject of the resulting action.
Examples
- The teacher made the students finish their homework before class.
- The manager let the employees leave early for their hard work.
- She had her hair cut by a professional stylist.
Meaning
Causative describes a grammatical construction where one participant is responsible for the action carried out by another.
Synonyms
- causal
- inducive
- instrumental
