attributive

Speech parts

1. attributive - Noun

2. attributive - Adjective

Meaning

Attributing; pertaining to, expressing, or assigning an attribute; of the nature of an attribute.

A word that denotes an attribute; esp. a modifying word joined to a noun; an adjective or adjective phrase.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

prenominal addition bottom dependent characteristic attribute adjective descriptive accessory preposition adjunct adverb modifier qualifier adherent
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Antonyms

predicative especial certain determined fixed distinct
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Phrases with the word

attributive clause non-attributive

Examples

`red' is an attributive adjective in `a red apple' Source: Internet

Adjective phrases containing complements after the adjective cannot normally be used as attributive adjectives before a noun. Source: Internet

A German word like klug ("clever(ly)") takes endings when used as an attributive adjective, but not when used adverbially. Source: Internet

‘An attributive adjective modifies an ungrounded noun, thereby contributing to the specification of the type designated by the noun.’ Source: Internet

In English, attributive adjective phrases that include complements typically follow the noun that they qualify ("an evildoer devoid of redeeming qualities"). Source: Internet

In general, relative clauses and attributive prepositional phrases follow the noun they modify. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

attributional attributional complexity attributionist attributive adjective attributive clause attributive genitive