Finesentence logo

Appositive: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ”
Add to dictionary

appositive

 

[ ษ™หˆpษ’zษชtษชv ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

grammar term

An appositive is a noun or noun phrase that renames or clarifies another noun right beside it. The appositive can be essential or non-essential to the meaning of the sentence. Essential appositives are crucial for understanding the sentence, while non-essential appositives provide additional information that can be omitted without altering the core meaning. For example, in the sentence 'My brother, a talented musician, is visiting,' 'a talented musician' is a non-essential appositive. Appositives can help add detail and clarity to writing.

Synonyms

descriptor, identifier, renamer

Examples of usage

  • The cat, a fluffy Persian, sat on the windowsill.
  • My friend Sarah, an expert chef, cooked dinner.
  • The car, a vintage model, drew everyone's attention.

Translations

Translations of the word "appositive" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น appositivo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคชเฅ‹เคœเคฟเคŸเคฟเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Apposition

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ apositif

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฟะพะทะธั‚ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ apozytyw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŒๆ ผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท apposรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aposiciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท appozitif

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋™๊ฒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุถุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ appozice

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ appozitรญv

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŒไฝ่ฏญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ apozicija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรกnar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฟะพะทะธั‚ะธะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜แƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ appozitiv

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aposiciรณn

Etymology

The term 'appositive' comes from the Latin word 'appositus,' which means 'placed near.' This reflects its function in language, where the appositive is positioned adjacent to the noun it describes, providing clarity and detail. The use of appositives has been a part of the English language since at least the 14th century, as writers sought ways to enhance their descriptions and explanations. Over time, the concept has remained integral to grammatical constructs, acting as a useful tool for both writers and speakers to convey more nuanced meanings. In literary contexts, appositives have been employed by authors to deepen characterizations and add layers to their narratives, showing the enduring value of this grammatical element.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,797 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.