Ablatively

Pronunciation: /æˈbleɪtɪvli/

Definitions of ablatively

adverb In a manner relating to the ablative case in grammar

Example Sentences

A1 She spoke ablatively, using the correct endings for each case.

A2 The student answered the question ablatively, showing a good understanding of grammar.

B1 The teacher explained the concept ablatively, making it easy for the students to understand.

B2 The lawyer presented the evidence ablatively, highlighting key points in the case.

C1 The linguist analyzed the sentence ablatively, focusing on the relationships between words.

C2 The author wrote the novel ablatively, paying attention to the nuances of language and style.

Examples of ablatively in a Sentence

formal The adverb 'ablatively' is used in Latin grammar to indicate the manner in which an action is performed.

informal I have no idea what 'ablatively' means, can you explain it to me?

slang I heard someone use the word 'ablatively' in class today, but I have no clue what it means.

figurative She danced ablatively, gracefully moving across the stage with fluid movements.

Grammatical Forms of ablatively

• past tense: ablativelyd
• plural: ablativelys
• comparative: more ablatively
• superlative: most ablatively
• present tense: ablatively
• future tense: will ablatively
• perfect tense: have ablativelyd
• continuous tense: is ablativelying
• singular: ablatively
• positive degree: ablatively
• infinitive: to ablatively
• gerund: ablativelying
• participle: ablativelyd

Origin and Evolution of ablatively

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ablatively' is derived from the Latin word 'ablātīvus', which is related to the Latin term 'ablātus' meaning 'carried away'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Latin grammar to describe a case indicating separation or movement away from something, the term 'ablatively' has been adopted into English grammar to refer to the ablative case in languages such as Latin and Sanskrit.