An adjective is a word that tells us more about a noun. It "describes" or "modifies" a noun (The big dog was hungry). In these examples, the adjective is in bold and the noun that it modifies is in italics. An adjective often comes BEFORE a noun: a green car.
Definition:
An adjective is a word that describes or explains a noun or a pronoun. Adjectives can describe the physical appearance of a person or thing, or they can describe the personality of a person. Adjectives can also describe or explain the quantity of a noun.
SpeakoClub Tip:
Most adjectives can be used in both the positive and negative form.
Types of adjectives:
There are three main types of adjectives:
1. Descriptive Adjectives
2. Limiting Adjectives
3. Possessive Adjectives
1. Descriptive Adjectives:
Descriptive adjectives are used to describe the qualities of someone or something.
For example:
• The sky is blue.
• I am tall.
• He is handsome.
• This is a beautiful dress.
2. Limiting Adjectives:
Limiting adjectives are used to limit the meaning of a noun.
For example:
• I have a few friends.
• We have five cats.
• She has a little money.
• I want every book.
3. Possessive Adjectives:
Possessive adjectives are used or applied to show who owns something.
For example:
• This is my book.
• That is her car.
• Those are our friends.
• Whose dog is this?
Examples :
Here are some examples or samples of adjectives in sentences:
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Uses :
Adjectives can be used to describe or explains the following:
Conclusion :
For example, the adjective "perfect" cannot be changed to "imperfect."
For example, the adjective "terrible" cannot be changed to "terrific."
