factitively
/ˈfæktɪtɪvli/
adverb
- In a way that expresses causing an action or state to be brought about, especially in grammar where a verb takes an object and a complement that describes the result of the action.
- In the sentence 'They painted the house blue,' the verb 'painted' is used factitively to show that the house became blue as a result.
- The teacher explained how some verbs can be used factitively to indicate making something happen.
- When used factitively, the verb 'make' requires an object and a complement, as in 'She made him happy.'
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