| Part of Speech | Definition | |
| Adverb | 1. In a manner to show or point out; directly; absolutely; definitely.[Websters]
2. In a direct manner. [Eve - graph theoretic] 3. In a demonstrative, referential or indicative manner. [Eve - graph theoretic] 4. Rarely used adverbial inflection of the adjective deictic.[Eve - graph theoretic] | |
| Adjective Form (deictic) | 1. Relating to or characteristic of a word whose reference depends on the circumstances of its use; "deictic pronouns".[Wordnet]. 2. Direct; proving directly; -- applied to reasoning, and opposed to elenchtic or refutative.[Websters]. 3. Being demonstrative or indicative.[Eve - graph theoretic] | |
Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), compiled from various sources, under license. | Top | |
Date "DEICTICALLY" was first used in popular English literature: sometime before 1914. (references) |
Common Expressions: deictic
| Expressions | Definition | ||
| Deictic word | A word specifying identity or spatial or temporal location from the perspective of a speaker or hearer in the context in which the communication occurs. Source: Wordnet 3.0 Copyright © 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved. | ||
Source: compiled by the editor from various references; see credits. | Top | ||
