verbal

adjective
  1. Relating to or in the form of words; spoken rather than written. adjective
    They had a verbal agreement to meet at noon.
    The teacher gave verbal instructions to the students.
  2. Relating to or derived from a verb. adjective
    The word 'running' is a verbal noun in the sentence 'Running is fun.'
    In the phrase 'to swim', 'swim' is a verbal form.
  3. Expressed in spoken words; oral. adjective
    He gave a verbal apology for his mistake.
    The witness provided a verbal statement to the police.
  4. A word or form derived from a verb. noun
    In English, gerunds and participles are considered verbals.
    The word 'singing' in 'I heard singing' is a verbal.