descriptive adjective
desc
dɪsk
disk
rip
ˈrɪp
rip
tive
tɪv
tiv
ad
æ
ā
jec
ʤɪk
jik
tive
ˌtɪv
tiv
British pronunciation
/dɪskɹˈɪptɪv ˈadʒɪktˌɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "descriptive adjective"in English

Descriptive adjective
01

an adjective that provides information about the quality, characteristic, or attribute of a noun

What is a "descriptive adjective"?

A descriptive adjective is an adjective that provides specific details about a noun, helping to convey its qualities, characteristics, or attributes. These adjectives enhance the meaning of the noun by describing aspects such as size, color, shape, age, and more. For example, in the phrase "the red apple," the adjective "red" describes the color of the apple, while in "a large dog," "large" describes its size. Descriptive adjectives are important for adding vividness and clarity to language, allowing for more precise communication and helping to paint a clearer picture of the noun being described.

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