declarative
adjective/dɪˈklærətɪv/
Frequency rank: #18,176 most common English word
Meaning
Having the form or function of a statement; relating to sentences that make a direct assertion.
Example sentence
The teacher asked students to write declarative sentences that clearly state a fact or opinion.
Synonyms & related words
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