Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Verbal.
How to pronounce verbal:
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Verbal - as an adjective
Of or relating to or formed from words in general
Example: "Verbal ability"
Of or relating to or formed from a verb
Example: "Verbal adjectives like `running' in `hot and cold running water'"
Relating to or having facility in the use of words
Example: "A good poet is a verbal artist"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
numerical13Tediously prolonged or tending to speak or write at great length
Example: "Editing a prolix manuscript"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prolix15Verbal - as an adjective satellite
Communicated in the form of words
Example: "Verbal imagery"
Expressed in spoken words
Example: "A verbal contract"
Verbal - as a noun
(grammar) a verb form which does not function as a predicate, or a word derived from a verb. in english, infinitives, participles and gerunds are verbals.
A confession given to police.
Verbal - as a verb
To induce into fabricating a confession.
Example Sentences
"She made a verbal agreement with the landlord to extend the lease."
"The teacher used verbal cues to indicate when the students should start answering the questions."
"The suspect admitted to the crime during a verbal interrogation."
"He received a verbal warning from his boss for being late too often."
"The verbal abuse from her classmates deeply affected her self-esteem."
Word Game Points
Is VERBAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, verbal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
VERBAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is VERBAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, verbal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordVERBAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is VERBAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, verbal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordVERBAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
