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Qualifying (Noun)

Meaning 1

The grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase.

Classification

Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.

Examples

  • The word "very" has a qualifying function in the sentence, modifying the adjective "good".
  • The phrase "in this case" is qualifying the general statement, making it more specific.
  • The adverb "nearly" is qualifying the verb "finished", indicating that it is not entirely complete.
  • The qualifying phrase "with some exceptions" was added to the contract to avoid misunderstandings.
  • The word "highly" is qualifying the noun "recommended", indicating a strong endorsement.

Synonyms

  • Modification
  • Limiting

Hypernyms

  • Grammatical Relation

Hyponyms

  • Restrictiveness
  • Apposition

Related Words

  • Qualify (verb)

Meaning 2

Success in satisfying a test or requirement; "his future depended on his passing that test"; "he got a pass in introductory chemistry".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Passing
  • Pass

Hypernyms

  • Success

Related Words

  • Qualify (verb)
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