transitive verb

noun, Grammar
1.
a verb accompanied by a direct object and from which a passive can be formed, as deny, rectify, elect.
Origin
1580-90
Examples from the web for transitive verb
  • One of the meanings of sublime as a transitive verb is to convert an inferior thing into something of higher worth.
transitive verb in Culture

transitive verb definition


A verb that needs a direct object to complete its meaning. Bring, enjoy, and prefer are transitive verbs. (Compare intransitive verb.)

Note: Some verbs can be transitive in one sentence and intransitive in another: turned is transitive in “Brenda turned the wheel sharply” but intransitive in “Fred turned when I called.”