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Adjective

noun
/ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/
Word Frequency: 3.7

Definitions

1.noun(grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.
"The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives."
2.nounA dependent; an accessory.
3.verbTo make an adjective of; to form or convert into an adjective.
4.verb(chiefly as a participle) To characterize with an adjective; to describe by using an adjective.
5.adjectiveIncapable of independent function.
6.adjective(grammar) Adjectival; pertaining to or functioning as an adjective.
7.adjectiveApplying to methods of enforcement and rules of procedure.
8.adjective(of a dye) Needing the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed.

Synonyms

adjectivaldependentderivativeproceduralwordreferenceexpressiondescriptioncapacitytermqualifierattributive

Antonyms

substantive
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