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Meaning of adjective in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

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adjective

/ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/

Phonetics

/ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/

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noun

  • (grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.

    Example: The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives.

  • A dependent; an accessory.

verb

  • To make an adjective of; to form or convert into an adjective.

  • (chiefly as a participle) To characterize with an adjective; to describe by using an adjective.

adjective

  • Incapable of independent function.

  • (grammar) Adjectival; pertaining to or functioning as an adjective.

  • Applying to methods of enforcement and rules of procedure.

  • (of a dye) Needing the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed.