Definition of optative

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  • optative is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • optative is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • optative is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of optative

  • a mood (as in Greek or Sanskrit) that expresses a wish or hope; expressed in English by modal verbs (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. optative mood
  • relating to a mood of verbs in some languages (adjective)

    Examples

    1. optative verb endings
  • indicating an option or wish ()

See definition of optative in Merriam Webster