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American English Grammar
Stative verb
Learning objectives
  • Learn the definition of a stative verb
  • Study examples of stative verbs
Definition of a stative verb
  • A stative verb is:

    • a word that describes a state or condition

    • also known as a non-action verb

    • not used in the progressive aspect

Examples of stative verbs
  • They own a large mansion in La Jolla.

    • the possession of the mansion is a state and not an action



























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