linguistic
Translation
linguistic
Examples
She has great linguistic abilities.
She has great linguistic abilities.
This is a complex linguistic issue.
This is a complex linguistic issue.
Grammar Patterns
linguistic + (noun) relating to language He is conducting linguistic research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verbal, lexical; Antonyms: non-linguistic
Etymology
From Latin 'lingua' (tongue, language). The '-istic' suffix means 'relating to'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'lingua' (tongue) to the act of speaking languages. It describes anything related to language.