The word “modifier” is derived from the verb “modify.” In grammar, when a word “modifies” another word, it adds to its meaning so that it becomes clearer and more fully-described–a dog is…
Grammar glossary: mood
“Mood” is a grammatical concept that is connected with verbs and statements. In English, there are five so-called moods: indicative, subjunctive, imperative, interrogative, and conditional. Grammatical mood is something that indicates a…
Grammar glossary: ASPECT–simple, progressive, and perfect
Most people are familiar with the notion of tense in grammar. We know that the difference, for example, between “I go” and “I went” is one of tense: “I go” is an…
scrutinize
transitive verb to look at closely and carefully, with attention to detail.The lawyer scrutinized the contract before pronouncing that everything was in order.The researcher’s methods were scrutinized by colleagues unconvinced of his…
transcribe
transitive verb 1. to write or type a copy or full version of (something dictated or heard, shorthand notes, or the like).The court reporter transcribes the statements made during the court session….