Proper Adjectives Proper adjectives take proper nouns and change them to adjectives. Just like proper nouns, proper adjectives need to be capitalized. Proper adjectives are used to show that a noun originates or comes from a specific place, person, religion, language, organized group, or historical periods. You will commonly see suffixes like: “~an”, “~ese”, “~ish”, […]
Possessive Adjectives Possessive adjectives show ownership of the noun. The word “possess” means to own, and this meaning is carried over to the grammatical function of possessive adjectives. Unlike possessive pronouns, possessive adjectives must precede, or come before a noun. What are some common mistakes when using possessive adjectives? It’s vs. its: For possessive nouns,
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Demonstrative Adjectives Demonstrative adjectives show if the noun is near or far from the speaker. The word “demonstrate” means to clearly show, and this meaning can be carried onto the grammatical function of demonstrative adjectives. When you want to specifically point out something in a place, demonstrative adjectives can identify what noun you are referring
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Compound Adjectives In English grammar, compound means multiple, usually two or sometimes even more in combinations. A compound adjective acts as a single adjective, but is made up of two or more words. These words can be hyphenated (-), open (with a space between the words), and closed (without a space between the words). Hyphenation
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Comparative Adjectives Comparative adjectives compare two nouns, showing that one noun has more of a certain quality than the other noun. Be careful about using double comparisons. Do NOT combine “more/less” with an “~er” form. Incorrect: I am more smarter than him. Correct: I am smarter than him. Comparative adjectives can be used with the
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Adjectives Adjectives tell more about a noun. They can provide more information about the quantity, quality, or characteristics of a noun. For example, adjectives can show color, size, feeling, texture, opinion, sound, taste, looks, origin, and more. Why are adjectives important? Clarifies and specifies what kind of noun it is Adds engaging and crucial
