verby

/ˈvɜːrbɪ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling verbs

“The verby language of poetry is often difficult to translate.”

2. noun

a verb or a verb-like word

“Some linguists argue that ‘run’ can be a verby in certain contexts.”

Synonyms

  • verbal
  • verbial

Antonyms

  • inert
  • non-verbal