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 relative pronoun such as who, whom, whose, that, or which or a relative adverb such as when, where and why. Adjective Clauses In Action Adjective clauses […]
Examples of Adage in Literature
An adage is a saying that becomes widely accepted as truth over time. Adages are usually observances of life and behavior that express a general truth. Adages from Poor Richard’s Almanack Poor Richard’s Almanack was published yearly from 1732 to 1758 by Benjamin Franklin. It contained many adages that are commonly used today. Here are some examples: A penny […]
Examples of Active and Passive Voice
View & Download PDF Active voice describes a sentence where the subject performs the action stated by the verb. In passive voice sentences, the subject is acted upon by the verb. Check out the examples below. Need more explanation? Check out the YourDictionary Active vs. Passive Voice infographic for an easy-to-understand visual explanation. Sentences in Active and Passive Voice Here […]
Examples of Acronyms
An acronym is a pronounceable word formed from the first letter or first few letters of each word in a phrase or title. Sometimes the newly-combined letters create a new word that takes the place in everyday language. Using this shortened form of a word or phrase can speed up communication. Here is a list of common acronyms, listed […]
Examples of Abstract Nouns
Nouns can be abstract or concrete. Concrete nouns are tangible and you can experience them with your five senses. Abstract nouns refer to intangible things, like actions,feelings, ideals, concepts and qualities. Common Abstract Nouns Showing Human Qualities or Characteristics Beauty Bravery Brilliance Brutality Calm Charity Coldness Compassion Confidence Contentment Courage Curiosity Dedication Determination Ego Elegance Enthusiasm Envy Evil Fear […]
Examples of a Republic
A republic is a form of government where the citizens have the supreme power and they exercise that power by voting and electing representatives to make decisions and govern. There are several different types of republics: Federal Republic – have divisions, like a state or province, that have some autonomy from the national government Unitary Republic – […]
Examples of a Monomial
A monomial is an expression in algebra that contains one term, like 3xy. Monomials include: numbers, whole numbers and variables that are multiplied together, and variables that are multiplied together. Identifying a Monomial Any number, all by itself, is a monomial, like 5 or 2700. A monomial can also be a variable, like “m” or “b”. It can also […]
Examples of a Barbiturate
Barbiturates are drugs that can be used for a wide range of reasons. These drugs are known to depress the central nervous system and are therefore utilized for surgery as well as for sedation or as anticonvulsants. They can be used to treat insomnia, anxiety or seizure activity, for euthanasia purposes or during executions. They also […]
Examples of a Ballad
When people hear of ballads, they often immediately think of songs like he lovestruck melodies of famous performing artists such as the Righteous Brothers, Elvis Presley, Lonestar, Frank Sinatra, and Peter Gabriel. While they are partially correct, ballads can also be narrative pieces written in a poetic form. Starting as Poems with Images Literary ballads […]
Examples in Books of Allegory
The purpose of an allegory is to teach an idea or principle, or to explain an idea or principle. It is the extension of a metaphorthroughout the text that epitomizes an allegory. Classic Books of Allegory Allegorical literature has experienced popularity over many centuries. Some of the most prominent pieces of allegorical literature include: Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan Moby […]