adjective
(grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.
Word facts
Definition of Adjective
(grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.
Example sentences
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The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives.
Synonyms for Adjective
Antonyms for Adjective
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How many syllables does adjective have?
Adjective has 3 syllables: adj·ect·ive. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is adjective?
Adjective is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for adjective?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for adjective. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use adjective in a sentence?
Example: "The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives."
What words start with the same letter as adjective?
Adjective starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does adjective have?
Adjective has 9 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.