precative

adj, noun — 2 senses

precative

adj

Etymology From Latin precativus (“of prayer”), derived from precatio (“prayer”).

1

Resembling or pertaining to an entreaty.

Derived terms: precatively

precative

noun

Etymology From Latin precativus (“of prayer”), derived from precatio (“prayer”).

1

Grammar, Human sciences, Linguistics, Sciences Mode expressing a wish, a prayer.

The precative expresses a wish (may...!); it is formed by preposing the particle lu to the stative or the preterite.2002, Richard Caplice, Introduction to Akkadian:

Synonyms: precatory
Related terms: precation

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