donative Meaning & Definition
What Does Donative Mean?
Donative is used as an adjective meaning Being or relating to a donation. As a noun, it means A gift; a largess; a gratuity. As a noun, it means (ecclesiastical law) A benefice conferred on a person by the founder or patron, without either presentation or institution by the ordinary, or induction by his orders.
Donative: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈdəʊnətɪv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | donatives |
| Comparative / superlative | more donative, most donative |
Donative Definition (Adjective)
- Being or relating to a donation.
Donative as a Noun
- A gift; a largess; a gratuity.
- A benefice conferred on a person by the founder or patron, without either presentation or institution by the ordinary, or induction by his orders.
Noun
- (ecclesiastical law) A benefice conferred on a person by the founder or patron, without either presentation or institution by the ordinary, or induction by his orders.
Synonyms of Donative
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Donative synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Donative
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Donative in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
donative (comparative more donative, superlative most donative)
donative (plural donatives)
Words That Rhyme With Donative
Origin of Donative
From Latin dōnātīvum (“a gratuity”), from dōnō (“to give [a present]”), from dōnum (“gift”).
How to Pronounce Donative
The standard pronunciation of donative is //ˈdəʊnətɪv//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Donative
Is donative an adjective or a noun?
Donative is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is the plural of donative?
The plural of donative is donatives.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of donative?
The comparative form is more donative and the superlative form is most donative.