Adjective Clause

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An Adjective Clause is a linguistic clause that …

  • Context:
    • They can (typically) start with a Pronoun (such as who, whom, that, or which) or an Adverb (such as when, where and why).
    • They can (typically) do not change the basic Sentence Meaning.
    • They can (often) be set-off with Commas.
  • Example(s):
    • The building, [which is much taller than all others], is made of concrete.”.
  • Counter-Example(s):
    • a Compound Adjective, such as: “cloud filled” or “real time”.
    • an Adjective Phrase, suich as: “The sky is [filled with clouds]”, or “I am the one who will [keep my office in a clean state]”.
  • See: Adjective Phrase.


References

2014

  • http://examples.yourdictionary.com/example-adjective-clauses.html
    • QUOTE: Adjectives modify nouns and pronouns, giving a description or more information. An adjective clause is simply a group of words with a subject and a verb that provide a description. The clause starts with a pronoun such as who, whom, that, or which or an adverb such as when, where and why. …

      Adjective clauses do not change the basic meaning of the sentence. In some cases, when they provide more information into a sentence, they need to be set off with commas. …