Dative
/ˈdeɪtɪv/
Scrabble:10 ptsWWF:11 pts6 letters
Definition of Dative
adjective
- (grammar) Noting the case of a noun which expresses the remoter or indirect object, generally indicated in English by to or for with the objective.
- In one’s gift; capable of being disposed of at will and pleasure, as an office or other privilege.
- Removable, as distinguished from perpetual; — said of an officer.
- Given by a judge, as distinguished from being cast upon a party by the law itself.
- Formed by two electrons contributed by one atom; see dative bond.
Anagrams of Dative
Letter Values
d2
a1
t1
i1
v4
e1
Total: 10 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Dative
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Dative"
Dative is a 6-letter word that scores 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Dative" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "dative" is a medium-scoring word.