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JUSSIVE

(noun, adj.)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Jussive.

Jussive - as a noun

(grammar) the jussive mood, a verb inflection used to indicate a command, permission or agreement with a request; an instance of a verb so inflected.

(arabic grammar) a verbal mood of vague or miscellaneous senses, occurring after some particles and in conditional clauses.

Jussive - as an adjective

(grammar) of or in the jussive mood (see below)

Example Sentences

"The jussive mood is used to express a command or desire."
"In Arabic grammar, the jussive form is used to convey a sense of urgency."
"The jussive verb ending in Hebrew transforms a statement into a command."
"She used a jussive tone in her voice when telling him to clean his room."
"The jussive mood can also express a wish or a prayer."
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Word Game Points

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

JUSSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is JUSSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jussive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
JUSSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is JUSSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jussive is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
JUSSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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