Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Dative.
Dative - as a noun
The category of nouns serving as the indirect object of a verb
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dative caseDative - as an adjective
(grammar) noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter or indirect object, generally indicated in english by to or for with the objective.
In one’s gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office or other privilege.
Removable, as distinguished from perpetual; — said of an officer.
Given by a judge, as distinguished from being cast upon a party by the law itself.
Formed by two electrons contributed by one atom; see dative bond.
Example Sentences
"The dative is one of the three grammatical cases in Latin."
"In German, the dative is used to indicate the indirect object."
"The dative case is often marked by the preposition 'to' in English."
"In Russian, the dative is used to show the recipient of an action."
"The verb 'give' often takes a dative object."
Word Game Points
Is DATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is DATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is DATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dative is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
