Pronunciation

/ˈvɜːrb/

Definitions

Noun

A word or phrase that expresses an action, occurrence, or state, often denoting an event or a mental or physical activity. For example: “The verb ‘run’ describes the action of moving quickly on foot.”

Verb

1. To perform an action or execute a function: “She verb-ed the task efficiently.”
2. To express or communicate using words or symbols: “He verb’d his feelings clearly.”
3. To indicate or signify (a particular meaning or purpose): “The sign verb’d ‘no parking.’”
4. To have a particular function or role: “This word verb’s as a linking verb in a sentence.”

Adjective

Characterizing or denoting an action: “A transitive verb is one that requires an object.”

Phrases

• “To perform a verb” means to carry out a specific action.
• “Regular verbs” have a predictable pattern of past tense and participle forms.
• “Infinitive form” refers to the base form of a verb, typically used without a subject (to run, to eat).

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The subject and verb of a sentence must agree in number.”
• Verb: “He verbbed his agreement by signing the contract.”
• Adjective: “Her essay focused on the irregular verbs in English.”

Synonyms

• Act
• Carry out
• Execute
• Perform
• Express
• Indicate
• Denote
• Operate
• Function
• Express action
• Communicate
• Implement

Antonyms

• Inaction
• Inactivity
• Non-performance
• Obstruct
• Halt
• Reverse (in some contexts)