intransitive
(in-tran-si-tive)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a verb or verb construction that does not take an object;
adjective. designating a verb that does not require or cannot take a direct object
adjective. designating a verb that does not require or cannot take a direct object
Example Sentence
Run and sleep are both intransitive verbs.
Synonyms
verb not need an object; no direct object; not requiring a direct object
Antonyms
Hear It! Say It! Write It!
intransitive
