Relational Adjective (Noun)
Meaning
An adjective that classifies its noun (e.g., `a nervous disease' or `a musical instrument').
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The word "dietary" in "dietary supplement" is an example of a relational adjective.
- A medical researcher focused on neurological disorders affecting speech patterns.
- The group consisted of various linguistic subfields dealing with sounds, grammar, and meaning.
- She pursued a doctoral degree in fine arts from a prestigious international institution.
- The museum displayed a variety of delicate biological equipment used for various experiments.