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What are the typical properties denoted by English adjectives? Provide examples of adjectives that denote these properties.
English adjectives tend to denote properties such as size, color, mood, quality, age, etc. Examples of adjectives denoting these properties include big (size), new (age), good (quality), different (quality), sure (mood), and important (quality).
How do most adjectives form comparatives and superlatives? Provide examples.
Most adjectives either inflect for grade (e.g., big, bigger, biggest) or combine with more and most to form comparatives (e.g., more interesting) and superlatives (e.g., most interesting).
Explain the internal structure of an adjective phrase (AdjP) and provide examples of its modifiers and complements.
An adjective phrase (AdjP) is headed by an adjective and can take modifiers and complements. Modifiers can be pre-head adverb phrases (e.g., truly wonderful) or post-head preposition phrases (e.g., too big for you; afraid of the dark). Complements can be clauses (e.g., happy to try).
What are the characteristics of adjectives that can be modified by the suffix -ly to form adverbs? Provide examples of adjectives that can be modified in this way.
A large number of the most typical members of adjectives can combine with the suffix -ly to form adverbs. For example, 'final' can be modified to form 'finally'.
Explain the function of adjectives in verb phrases and provide an example.
Most adjectives function as complements in verb phrases (e.g., It looks good), and some adjectives license complements of their own (e.g., happy that you're here).
Test your knowledge of English adjectives with this quiz! Explore the diverse range of adjectives, their functions, and inflections for grade. Assess your understanding of adjectival properties such as size, color, mood, and more.
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