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Vocabulary Entry
infinitive
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
The base form of a verb, often preceded by 'to', that functions as a noun.
Example Sentences
"To run is my favorite activity."
"She wants to learn to dance."
"Reading is essential for understanding."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of an infinitive form of a verb.
Example Sentences
"In English, the infinitive form is often used without 'to' in certain constructions."
"Infinitive phrases can act as subjects in a sentence."
"The infinitive form is crucial for verb conjugation."