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Adnoun (noun) means (grammar) An adjective that is used as if it were a noun.

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(grammar) An adjective that is used as if it were a noun.

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(grammar, dated) An adjective.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin ad and English noun.

Rhymes for adnoun

noun Youn pronoun

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What is the meaning of adnoun?

"adnoun" (noun) means (grammar) An adjective that is used as if it were a noun.

What are the different meanings of adnoun?

"adnoun" has 2 main meanings: 1. (grammar) An adjective that is used as if it were a noun; 2. (grammar, dated) An adjective.

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