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Vocabulary Entry
participle
|noun • adjective • verb
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N
noun
A word formed from a verb and used as an adjective or a noun.
Example Sentences
"The 'running' in 'the running water' is a participle."
"He was excited by the 'broken' vase."
"The class is studying participles in grammar."
A
adjective
Relating to a participle; used to describe a noun, often indicating a completed action.
Example Sentences
"The 'exciting' book kept her awake all night."
"She gave a 'disappointing' performance in the play."
"The 'finished' product was ready for sale."
V
verb
The term can refer to the action of creating or using a participle in a sentence.
Example Sentences
"Teachers often participle students to improve their language skills."
"He is participle phrases to enhance his writing."
"They will participle the advanced grammar rules in class."