jussive

[ juhs-iv ]

adjective

1. (especially in Semitic languages) expressing a mild command.

noun

1. a jussive form, mood, case, construction, or word.

jussive

/ ˈdʒʌsɪv /

adjective

1. See imperative
   grammar another word for imperative

Word History and Origins

Origin of jussive¹

1840–50; < Latin juss ( us ) (past participle of jubēre to command) + -ive

Word History and Origins

Origin of jussive¹

C19: from Latin jūssus ordered, from jubēre to command