Stative verb
A verb expressing a state, condition, or relationship rather than an action. Stative verbs typically cannot occur in progressive aspect or imperative mood.
Real World
When Meghan Markle said 'I belong here' during her first public speech as a royal, the stative verb 'belong' expressed an emotional state rather than a physical action, reinforcing her sense of identity.
Exam Focus
If a verb appears in progressive form ('is loving it'), flag it as a marked usage — explain why the writer breaks the stative rule.
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