Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
infinitive
Verb
/ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv/
Definition
The base form of a verb, often preceded by ‘to’, that can function as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.
Examples
- To eat is necessary for survival.
- She loves to dance during the evenings.
- He wants to learn how to play the guitar.
Meaning
In grammar, an infinitive is a verbal form that provides a way to express an action or state without limiting it to a specific tense, aspect, or subject.
Synonyms
- Base form
- Verbal noun
- Non-finite verb
