A predicate adjective is on the "other" side of a linking verb from the subject -- and it modifies the subject.
John is tall.
The teacher is talented.
What is a predicate adjective and how is it used correctly?
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http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/objects.htm#predicate
A predicate adjective is an adjective that follows a linking verb and describes the subject.
Examples:
His girlfriend is very pretty.
Dorothy seemed uneasy.
The things in the dishwasher are dirty.
Check these sites for more information.
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/objects.htm
http://www.geocities.com/mshayes611/Predicate_Nominatives.htm
Examples:
His girlfriend is very pretty.
Dorothy seemed uneasy.
The things in the dishwasher are dirty.
Check these sites for more information.
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/objects.htm
http://www.geocities.com/mshayes611/Predicate_Nominatives.htm
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