What does adnoun mean?
Adnoun means (grammar) An adjective used as a noun (sensu stricto); an absolute adjective (nominalized adjective)..
Adnoun
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
(grammar) An adjective used as a noun (sensu stricto); an absolute adjective (nominalized adjective)..
Definitions by Sense
- (grammar) An adjective used as a noun (sensu stricto); an absolute adjective (nominalized adjective).
- (grammar, dated) Any adjective.
Example Sentences
3. An adjective or adnoun, expresses a particular quality ascribed to a substantive—A good man, a bad man, a studious man, a lazy man—The words good, bad, studious, and lazy, express the particular quality which belong to such or such a man.
Synonyms for adnoun
Antonyms for adnoun
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Word Forms
- adnouns
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for adnoun?
Common synonyms include adjective, noun.
What is the opposite of adnoun?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use adnoun in a sentence?
3. An adjective or adnoun, expresses a particular quality ascribed to a substantive—A good man, a bad man, a studious man, a lazy man—The words good, bad, studious, and lazy, express the particular quality which belong to such or such a man.
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