Adjectives

Adjective serves as a modifier of a noun or as a helper to the noun. An adjective amplifies the noun. The word white in “the white house” white is the adjective. In most sentences adjective usually comes right before a noun but not always. The huge house. A red car.

He is an adventurous mountain climber. The music came blaring from the stage. They are very clever in business. His resume was embellished with information.           He was foolhardy in business. It was great to meet you.

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