is the word thirst transitive or intransitive in the following sentence? I thirst.

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In the sentence "I thirst," the word "thirst" is intransitive.

To determine whether the word "thirst" is transitive or intransitive in the sentence "I thirst," let's first understand the difference between these two types of verbs.

- Transitive verbs: A transitive verb requires a direct object to complete its meaning. In other words, it needs someone or something to receive the action of the verb.
Example: I drink water. (Water is the direct object of the verb "drink.")

- Intransitive verbs: An intransitive verb does not require a direct object to complete its meaning. It expresses a complete thought without needing to act on someone or something.
Example: I sleep. (There is no direct object in this sentence.)

Now, back to your question; in the sentence "I thirst," the word "thirst" is an intransitive verb. It does not require a direct object to complete its meaning. It expresses a complete thought on its own, and there is no action being done to someone or something.