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adjective

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "adjective" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

3 syllables
9 characters
English (US)
3syllables

adjective

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

adjective is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, adjective is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofadjective

1noun
  • (grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.

    Example: "The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives."

  • A dependent; an accessory.
1verb
  • To make an adjective of; to form or convert into an adjective.
  • (chiefly as a participle) To characterize with an adjective; to describe by using an adjective.
1adjective
  • Incapable of independent function.

    Synonyms: dependent, derivative

  • (grammar) Adjectival; pertaining to or functioning as an adjective.

    Synonyms: adjectival

  • Applying to methods of enforcement and rules of procedure.

    Synonyms: procedural

  • (of a dye) Needing the use of a mordant to be made fast to that which is being dyed.

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