Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
denominal
Adjective
/dɪˈnɒm.ɪ.nəl/
Definition
Relating to or derived from a noun.
Examples
- The term ‘denominal verb’ refers to a verb formed from a noun.
- In linguistics, many new words are denominal, such as ‘to impact’ (from ‘impact’).
Meaning
Denominal describes a word or expression that is derived from a noun or relates in some way to a noun.
Synonyms
- Derived
- Noun-based
