aorist
What is another word for aorist? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A verb form found in some languages, often the plain basic form, that presents an action as a complete whole.
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How to use aorist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the aorist tense
aorist aspect
the Greek aorist
It is a technical term, used by linguists and students of languages.
Etymology
The word comes from Ancient Greek aóristos, meaning unbounded.
Full origin of aorist →Frequently asked questions
What is the aorist in grammar?
The aorist is a verb form found in some languages. Often the plain basic form, it presents an action as a complete whole.
Where does the word aorist come from?
It comes from Ancient Greek aóristos, meaning unbounded.
Which languages have an aorist?
Ancient Greek is one language that has an aorist. The term is used for certain languages.
