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SUBORDINATIVE

(adj.)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Subordinative.

Subordinative - as an adjective

Serving to connect a subordinate clause to a main clause

Example: "`when' in `i will come when i can' is a subordinating conjunction"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
subordinating17

Example Sentences

"She uses subordinative clauses to emphasize her point."
"The subordinative conjunction 'although' introduces a contrasting idea."
"The subordinative function of this clause is to provide background information."
"The speaker utilized subordinative phrases to connect his ideas."
"In this sentence, the word 'because' acts as a subordinative conjunction."
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Word Game Points

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

SUBORDINATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is SUBORDINATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, subordinative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SUBORDINATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is SUBORDINATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, subordinative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SUBORDINATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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