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Vocabulary Entry
modifier
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A word or phrase that modifies or qualifies another word or phrase.
Example Sentences
"In the phrase 'red apple', 'red' is a modifier describing the apple."
"Some adjectives serve as modifiers in sentences."
"He used a modifier to give more detail about the subject."
V
verb
To change or adjust something to make it more suitable.
Example Sentences
"You can modify the design to better fit your needs."
"She decided to modify her travel plans due to the weather."
"They had to modify the recipe to accommodate dietary restrictions."
A
adjective
Describing something that is used to change or impact the nature of something else.
Example Sentences
"The modifier clause added depth to the main idea."
"An effective modifier can improve the clarity of the sentence."
"He chose a modifier adjective to enhance the narrative."