Definition
A verbal adjective is an adjective which is similar to a verb in form and meaning.
Examples
- A very arguable case
- A much argued case
- A trying set of circumstances
Sources 5
- Hartmann and Stork 1972, 165, 249
- Crystal 1985, 326
- Mish 1991, 858, 1309
- Crystal 1980, 258
- Pei and Gaynor 1954, 160