Adnominal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌædˈnɑ.mɪ.nəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Adnominal is an adjective meaning (grammar) Involving or relating to words that modify a noun.
Meaning
(grammar) Involving or relating to words that modify a noun.
More Meanings
- (grammar) The adnominal case: A word or phrase qualifying a noun, such as an adjective or a relative clause.
- (grammar, dated) Of or pertaining to an adnoun (sensu stricto).
Example Sentences
In most languages, pronominal and adnominal demonstratives are morphologically identical.
Word Forms
- adnominals
Synonyms for adnominal
Depending on context, synonyms include adjective, adjectival.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include genitive, intensifiers, nominal, adjectival, attributive, adjective.
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