Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Qualifying Adjective.
Qualifying Adjective - as a noun
An adjective that ascribes to its noun the value of an attribute of that noun (e.g., `a nervous person' or `a musical speaking voice')
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
descriptive adjectiveExample Sentences
"A qualifying adjective adds more information about a noun."
"A qualifying adjective is used to describe the size or quantity of a noun."
"In the phrase 'the big dog,' 'big' is a qualifying adjective."
"'Happy' in the sentence 'He is a happy person' is a qualifying adjective."
"'Short' and 'long' are qualifying adjectives used to describe lengths."