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Wanting Predicate

Definition

A wanting predicate refers to a grammatical structure in which the subject of a sentence lacks a particular characteristic or attribute commonly associated with the predicate.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Incompleteness

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The wanting predicate indicates that the subject of the sentence is lacking something necessary or desired.

Example Sentence: He was a painter wanting an easel.

Sense 2: Deficiency

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where the subject is incomplete or insufficient in some aspect.

Example Sentence: The novel's ending was unsatisfying, wanting further explanation.

Sense 3: Inadequate

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: Expressing a lack or insufficiency in the way an action is performed.

Example Sentence: The speaker delivered a speech wanting in clarity and coherence.

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