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INTERROGATIVES

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Interrogatives.

Interrogatives - as an adjective

Relating to verbs in the so-called interrogative mood

Example: "Not all questions have an interrogative construction"

Relating to the use of or having the nature of an interrogation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogatory
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
declarative

Interrogatives - as a noun

A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply

Example: "He asked a direct question"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogationinterrogative sentencequestion
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sentence
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Some linguists consider interrogative sentences to constitute a mood

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interrogative mood

Example Sentences

"The teacher asked the students to identify the interrogatives in the sentence."
"The use of interrogatives helps to obtain specific information."
"In English, interrogatives are often used to form questions."
"The interrogatives 'which' and 'whose' are used to indicate choice or possessiveness."
"The use of interrogatives in conversation encourages active participation from others."
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Word Game Points

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

INTERROGATIVES has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is INTERROGATIVES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, interrogatives is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INTERROGATIVES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is INTERROGATIVES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, interrogatives is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INTERROGATIVES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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