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INTERROGATIVE

(adj., noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Interrogative.

How to pronounce interrogative:

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Interrogative - as an adjective

Relating to verbs in the so-called interrogative mood

Example: "Not all questions have an interrogative construction"

Relating to the use of or having the nature of an interrogation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogatory17
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
declarative17

Interrogative - as a noun

A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply

Example: "He asked a direct question"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogation14interrogative sentencequestion17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sentence10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Some linguists consider interrogative sentences to constitute a mood

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogative mood

Example Sentences

"What is the interrogative form of this statement?"
"Can you give me an example of an interrogative sentence?"
"She asked a series of interrogative questions."
"I wonder why interrogative sentences are so important in language."
"Is this an interrogative statement or a declarative statement?"
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Word Game Points

Is INTERROGATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, interrogative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INTERROGATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is INTERROGATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, interrogative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INTERROGATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is INTERROGATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, interrogative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INTERROGATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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