Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desinence
noun
/ˈdɛsɪnəns/
Definition
The final part of a word, especially in linguistics, that denotes grammatical features such as tense or mood.
Examples
- In the word ‘running’, the desinence indicates the present participle form of the verb.
- Different languages use various desinences to convey number, gender, or case in nouns and adjectives.
Meaning
Desinence refers to the ending or suffix of a word that provides information about its grammatical function in a sentence.
Synonyms
- ending
- suffic
- termination
