PERFORMATIVES
(noun)
There is 1 meaning of the word
Performatives.
Definitions
Performatives - as a noun
A performative utterance.
Example Sentences
"John Austin, a philosopher of language, introduced the concept of performatives."
"He uttered performatives like 'I promise' to assure her of his commitment."
"In speech acts, performatives are used to accomplish something, like 'I now pronounce you husband and wife.'"
"In certain rituals, performatives play a central role in invoking divine blessings or summoning spirits."
"Some performatives, like 'I apologize' or 'I congratulate you,' aim to influence the emotional state of the recipient."
Word Game Points
Is PERFORMATIVES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, performatives is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERFORMATIVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is PERFORMATIVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, performatives is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPERFORMATIVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is PERFORMATIVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, performatives is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERFORMATIVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.