Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
essive
adjective
/ˈɛsɪv/
Definition
The essive is a grammatical case that indicates a state or condition.
Examples
- She was working as a teacher in an essive role.
- The weather was cold, but in an essive way, it was also beautiful.
Meaning
It is used to express a temporary state or role of a noun, usually associated with being or becoming something.
Synonyms
- state
- condition
- status
