intransitive Definition
not taking a direct object, as certain verbs (e.g., go, lie) or adjectives (e.g., pleased, sad) and often used with an adverbial complement, as in 'He went to the store' or 'She felt sad.'.
Using intransitive: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "intransitive" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The verb 'sleep' is intransitive.
Example
Intransitive verbs do not take a direct object.
Example
The sentence 'She sings beautifully' is an example of an intransitive sentence.
intransitive Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for intransitive
- untransitive
- intransitory
Antonyms for intransitive
Origins of intransitive
from Latin 'intransitivus', from in- 'not' + transitivus 'transitive'
Summary: intransitive in Brief
The term 'intransitive' [ɪnˈtrænsɪtɪv] refers to certain verbs or adjectives that do not take a direct object, often used with an adverbial complement. Examples include 'go,' 'lie,' and 'pleased.' Intransitive verbs are the opposite of transitive verbs and do not require an object to complete their meaning.
