Order of Adjectives

Adjectives preceding a noun should be presented in a specific order. The order is:
1. Quantity or number
2. Quality or opinion
3. Size
4. Age
5. Shape
6. Color
7. Proper adjective (nationality) or material
8. Purpose
Example: The three beautiful, tiny, young, white Angora kittens played in their basket.
Five brilliant young scientists discovered the secret to time travel.
That is an ugly, old, boxy, brown car.
Order of Adjectives





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