Word: proverbial
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: pro
ver
bi
al
Definition: Used to replace a word that might be considered unacceptable in a particular situation, when using a well-known phrase.
Morphemes:
Affix: proverb
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: prō-
Language: la
Decoded: pro-
Meaning: for, on behalf of
Affix: verbum
Language: la
Decoded: verbum
Meaning: word
Affix: -ium
Language: la
Decoded: -ium
Meaning: nominal suffix
Affix: -ial
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Forms an adjective from a noun.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: -ālis
Language: la
Decoded: -alis
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Used to form adjectives of relationship from nouns or numerals.