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Adjective

Word that modifies a noun or pronoun.

An adjective is a word that modifies a noun or pronoun, describing its qualities or characteristics.

Pronunciation

/ədˈdʒektɪv/

Etymology

From Latin 'adiacere' meaning 'to add to, approach'.

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Adjectives are words that describe nouns, like saying 'the blue car' instead of just 'car'.

Fun Facts

The word 'adjective' comes from the Latin word 'adiungere', meaning 'to add'
Many adjectives can be formed by adding suffixes like '-ful' or '-less'
Some words can act as both nouns and adjectives, such as 'antique'

FAQ

What is an adjective? It describes a noun or pronoun
How do adjectives help? They add detail and clarity to sentences
Can an adjective describe a feeling? Yes, like 'happy' or 'sad'

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

descriptive word qualifier

Antonyms — Opposites or Contrasts

adverb noun verb

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

part of speech word

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

comparative superlative demonstrative possessive

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

sentence phrase

Indexes

grammatical

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