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Cover of Adjectives followed by prepositions
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Adjectives followed by prepositions

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Explains common adjective-preposition combinations. Examples included.

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boredom / ˈbɔːrdəm /noun

the state of feeling unhappy because something is not interesting or because you have nothing to do

He began to feel the boredom of his work.

tediumennuimonotony

curiosity / ˌkjʊəriˈɒsɪti /noun

The feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone

Her eyes sparkled with curiosity.

interestinquisitivenesswonder

liking / 'laɪkɪŋ /noun

A feeling of pleasure and positive regard for someone or something

She had a liking for chocolate.

affectionfondnessenjoymentlove

capable of / ˈkeɪpəbl̩ əv /phrase

Having the ability, fitness, or quality necessary to do or achieve something

The team is capable of winning the championship.

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