Meaning of the word stative in English
What does stative mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stative
US /ˈsteɪ.t̬ɪv/
UK /ˈsteɪ.tɪv/
Adjective
(of a verb or other word) expressing a state or condition rather than an action
Example:
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Verbs like 'know', 'believe', and 'love' are considered stative verbs.
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Stative verbs typically do not take continuous forms.