Transitive Verbs and Intransitive Verbs Examples and Definition
A transitive verb requires an object in the form of a noun or pronoun to complete its meaning. Transitive verbs are used with a direct object.
- Turn on
- Soothe
- Grab
- Empower
- Ignite
- Praise
- Impress
- Prime
- Inflate
- Jiggle
- Teach
- Active
- Push
- Summon
- Preach
- Strengthen
- Elate
- Mold
- Bedazzle
- Tempt
- Chide
- Cajole
- Kindle
- Assure
- Butter
- Cuddle
- Hold
- Hug
- Enthuse
- Shine
- Gratify
- Love
- Appraise
- Relieve
- Relax
- Feed
Intransitive verbs used in a causative sense are called transitive verbs. An intransitive verb will make sense without one.
- act
- adapt
- crawl
- dance
- erupt
- escape
- expand
- explode
- fade
- fall
- fast
- float
- fly
- gallop
- grow
- jump
- kneel
- lead
- lean
- leap
- learn
- left
- limp
- listen
- march
- mourn
- move
- panic
- party
- pause
- peep
- pose
- pounce
- pout
- pray
- preen
