Meaning & Definition of word "Verb"

Verb

/vɜːrb/

noun:

  • 1. A word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.
    • Example: In the sentence 'She runs every morning,' 'runs' is the verb.
  • 2. A word used to indicate the action of a subject in a sentence.
    • Example: The verb 'to eat' can be used in many forms, such as 'eats,' 'eating,' and 'ate.'
  • 3. A fundamental part of speech that typically expresses an action or condition.
    • Example: In the phrase 'He is happy,' the verb 'is' indicates a state of being.
  • 4. A term used in grammar to describe how actions are expressed.
    • Example: Verbs can be classified as transitive, intransitive, or linking.

Etymology

From Latin 'verbum', meaning 'word'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

action verb:

A verb that specifically signifies a physical activity.

state verb:

A verb that describes a state or condition.

Related Words

adverb:

A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

noun:

A part of speech that denotes a person, place, thing, or idea.

Slang Meanings of verb

Meaning: To verb it up

Example Sentence: Let’s verb it up and get this project moving!

Meaning: Verb monster

Example Sentence: He’s such a verb monster; he’s always doing something!