nuncupative

adjective

ˈnən-kyu̇-ˌpā-tiv How to pronounce nuncupative (audio)
Definition of nuncupativenext
as in oral
made or carried on through speaking rather than in writing the soldier left a nuncupative will that was witnessed by two of his comrades

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  1. oral
  2. verbal
Adjective
  • Amira captures oral reading moments, provides real-time support, recommends the next best instructional move, and can detect reading errors, fluency, and dyslexia risk.
    — Ulrich Boser, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The contents of the sixth chapter were initially Baraitot, oral teachings passed down alongside the Mishnah.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
Definition of oral
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  • Hollywood has historically focused heavily on the mechanics of pitching through packaging, loglines, attachments, decks and verbal presentations.
    — E'Ian West, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Likewise, her fans aren't going to stop defending her when the verbal and physical attacks against her remain so blatant.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of verbal
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“Nuncupative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nuncupative. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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