infinitive Definition
the basic form of a verb, typically preceded by 'to', that usually expresses the action or state without reference to any subject.
Using infinitive: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "infinitive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The infinitive form of 'go' is 'to go'.
Example
I want to eat.
Example
To be or not to be, that is the question.
infinitive Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for infinitive
- base form
- unconjugated form
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Summary: infinitive in Brief
The term 'infinitive' [ɪnˈfɪnɪtɪv] refers to the basic form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to', that expresses the action or state without reference to any subject. Examples include 'to go' and 'to eat'.
