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Monday, August 31, 2015

Adjectives.




Adjectives are classified and used in different ways.
Learn how here.




ADJECTIVES

Adjectives are words that describe the characteristics of nouns.

Most adjectives can go in two different places in a sentence:

v Before nouns, as in a funny story. This is called the ATTRIBUTIVE position.
v After verbs, especially linking verbs like be and seem, as in Don’t laugh—it isn't funny.

Some adjectives can also go:
v After nouns, as in There was no money available.

Some adjectives are used only before a noun.
These adjectives often:


v add emphasis
The man’s a complete fool. • The current situation is a real mess. • I felt like a perfect fool when I forgot her name.

v limit the noun
in certain circumstances • the only solution • on the same day
v refer to a relationship with the present
my old house (= the one I used to have) • his future wife • the late Mr. Lucas (= he is no longer living)
v refer to a place or position
an outdoor concert • underwater photography• the front row • the eastern part of the state • the top/bottom drawer of the dresser

Other adjectives are used only after verbs
These adjectives often:


v begin with a-
She’s asleep/awake.• They’re so alike. • I think he’s still alive.
v describe health or feelings
I'm all right/fine • I bet she's sorry now. • Mom was upset.

Still other adjectives are used only after a noun
A small number of adjectives are used only after a noun. These adjectives often:


v are used with measurements or numbers
The pool was 20 feet long and 12 feet wide.
v are used in certain fixed expressions, usually after titles
She works for TPC Incorporated. • The President-elect is giving an interview.






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