Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Optative.
Optative - as an adjective
Indicating an option or wish
Relating to a mood of verbs in some languages
Example: "Optative verb endings"
Optative - as a noun
A mood (as in greek or sanskrit) that expresses a wish or hope; expressed in english by modal verbs
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
optative moodExample Sentences
"In the Greek language, the optative expresses wishes, desires, or hopes."
"The optative can also be used to give advice or make recommendations."
"Some languages have a distinct verb form for optative mood."
"The optative mood is rarely used in modern English."
"In Sanskrit, the optative mood can express doubts or uncertainty."
Word Game Points
Is OPTATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, optative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
OPTATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is OPTATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, optative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordOPTATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is OPTATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, optative is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordOPTATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
