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TYPES OF ADJECTIVES

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Adjective

TYPES OF ADJECTIVES

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Adjectives: Predicative, Attributive, and Pre/Post-modification of Nouns

Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns and pronouns. They give more information
about a person, place, thing, or idea. Here, we'll explore predicative adjectives, attributive
adjectives, and how adjectives can be used for pre-modification and post-modification of nouns.

1. Predicative Adjectives

Definition: These adjectives come after the verb and describe the subject of the sentence. They
are used in a predicate position, typically following linking verbs like be, seem, appear, become,
etc.

Example Sentences:

The soup is hot.

She looks tired.

They are happy.

2. Attributive Adjectives

Definition: Attributive adjectives are placed before the noun they modify. This is their most
common position in English.

Example Sentences:

The beautiful garden.

A brilliant idea.

The red car.

3. Pre-modification of Nouns

Definition: When an adjective is placed before a noun to modify or describe it, this is called
pre-modification.
Example Sentences:

The large dog barked loudly.

She wore a blue dress.

The young man smiled.

4. Post-modification of Nouns

Definition: Sometimes, adjectives come after the noun they modify. This is known as
post-modification. It often occurs when the adjective is part of a phrase or clause, or when
certain adjectives (especially adjectives with complements) naturally follow the noun.

Example Sentences:

The room available is quite spacious.

The woman responsible for this is not here.

The flowers growing in the garden are beautiful.

Summary:

Predicative Adjectives: Follow linking verbs (e.g., She is smart).

Attributive Adjectives: Directly precede the noun they describe (e.g., A smart student).

Pre-modification of Nouns: Adjectives before nouns (e.g., A tall building).

Post-modification of Nouns: Adjectives or adjective phrases after nouns (e.g., The car parked
outside).
Adjective Activity: Identifying and Using Adjectives

Instructions: Identify the adjectives in the following sentences and label whether they are
predicative or attributive.

1. The sky is clear.

2. She wore a beautiful dress.

3. The movie was amazing.

4. The old man walked slowly.

5. The cake looks delicious.

6. The bright sun is shining.

7. The flowers are colorful.

8. He bought a new car.

9. The soup smells wonderful.

10. The young boy is running fast.

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