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Hyphenation of comparative

How to hyphenate comparative

comparative is a polysyllabic word with 4 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, comparative is hyphenated as:

com-par-a-tive
Syllables Count
4
Characters Count
11
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
11
Hyphens Count
3
Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

Definitions of comparative

comparative is defined as:

Definition 1 as noun

  • noun
    (grammar) A construction showing a relative quality, in English usually formed by adding more or appending -er. For example, the comparative of green is greener; of evil, more evil.
  • noun
    (grammar) A word in the comparative form.
  • noun
    (chiefly in the plural) Data used to make a comparison.
  • noun
    An equal; a rival; a compeer.
  • noun
    One who makes comparisons; one who affects wit.

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Of or relating to comparison.
  • adjective
    Using comparison as a method of study, or founded on something using it.

    Example: comparative anatomy

  • adjective
    Approximated by comparison; relative.
  • adjective
    Comparable; bearing comparison.

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.