PREDICATE Meaning and
Definition
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Predicate, in the field of grammar and logic, refers to a component of a sentence or proposition that expresses an assertion, statement, or claim about the subject. It provides information, affirmation, or clarification regarding what the subject is doing or what is being said about it. Essentially, a predicate completes a sentence by expanding upon the subject through a verb, adjective, or noun, helping to convey meaning and make a complete thought.
In grammar, a predicate usually consists of a verb and any accompanying objects, complements, or modifiers, functioning together to describe or qualify the subject. It can also include verb phrases, as well as adjectives or nouns, depending on the sentence structure.
In logic, the predicate forms part of a proposition and is used to indicate whether a statement is true or false for a particular subject. A predicate can have one or more arguments, which are entities, usually represented by nouns or noun phrases, to which the predicate is applied. These arguments help to determine the truth or falsity of the proposition.
Overall, the predicate plays a crucial role in communication, as it contributes to the complete understanding and interpretation of a sentence or proposition by providing essential information or asserting something about the subject. It is a key element in conveying meaning and expressing thoughts effectively in both grammar and logic.
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• To affirm one thing of another; to affirm.
• That which is affirmed or denied of the subject.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of PREDICATE
The word "predicate" has its origins in Latin. It comes from the Latin word "praedicare", which is a combination of "prae" meaning "before" and "dicare" meaning "declare" or "proclaim". In Latin, it was used to refer to the act of publicly proclaiming or declaring something. Over time, this evolved and made its way into English grammar, where it is now used to describe the part of a sentence that makes a statement about the subject or carries additional information.
Idioms with the word PREDICATE
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predicate sth (up)on sth
The idiom "predicate something (up)on something" means to base or establish something on a particular factor or condition. It refers to the act of using something as the grounds or foundation for a statement, argument, or decision. It suggests that the mentioned factor or condition is crucial in supporting or justifying the stated action or belief.
Similar spelling words for PREDICATE
- predictable,
- predicament,
- prediction,
- predicted,
- predigest,
- produce,
- producer,
- productive,
- predaceous,
- predispose,
- Pratico,
- predictive,
- predicator,
- predication,
- predictably,
- predict,
- product line,
- Predicable,
- predicative,
- productively,
- predecease,
- production,
- predecessor,
- predigested,
- product,
- predictor,
- produced.
Conjugate verb Predicate
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE
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SIMPLE PAST
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