Definition of adjective
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a word belonging to one of the major form classes in any of numerous languages and typically serving as a modifier of a noun to denote a quality of the thing named, to indicate its quantity or extent, or to specify a thing as distinct from something else
The word red in "the red car" is an adjective.
adjective
adjectiveDefinition of adjective (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: of, relating to, or functioning as an adjective
an adjective clause
2
: not standing by itself : dependent
3
: requiring or employing a mordant
adjective dyes
4
: procedural
adjective law
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The first known use of adjective was in the 14th century
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