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Intransitive (Noun)

Meaning

A verb (or verb construction) that does not take an object.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

  • The verb "laugh" is an intransitive verb because it doesn't take an object.
  • She walked slowly down the street, using the intransitive verb form without any object.
  • Intransitive verbs like "sleep" and "smile" often indicate states of being.
  • The phrase "will attend" is an intransitive verb construction that doesn't require a direct object.
  • In grammar class, the teacher explained the difference between transitive and intransitive verbs, using examples like "jump" and "throw".

Synonyms

  • Intransitive Verb Form
  • Intransitive Verb

Hypernyms

  • Verb
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