Question

Match the definition to the term. 1. a word or phrase used after a verb to complete the predicate infinitive 2. a word ending in -ing which has characteristics of both a verb and a noun complement 3. to plus a verb; usually used as a noun but occasionally used as an adjective or an adverb participle 4. a word that has characteristics of both a verb and an adjective gerund

Answer 1

1. Complement.

2. Gerund.

3. Infinitive.

4. Participle.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. Complement: a word or phrase used after a verb to complete the predicate.

• For example, everyday is a gift.

2. Gerund: a word ending in -ing which has characteristics of both a verb and a noun.

• For example, dancing is fun, I was standing there etc.

3. Infinitive: the base form of a verb without inflectional endings, expressed by the word "to" plus a verb; usually used as a noun but occasionally used as an adjective or an adverb.

• For example, to laugh, to dance, to love, to eat, to sing etc.

4. Participle: a word that has characteristics of both a verb and an adjective.