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decausativize.

To function in manner that is not causative (e.g. The causative verb "melt" in He melts the ice decausativizes in The ice melts).

13 characters5 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb
  1. To function in manner that is not causative (e.g. The causative verb "melt" in He melts the ice decausativizes in The ice melts).

Where this word comes from

From de- + causative + -ize.

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