Does a compound word have to be a noun, or can it be an adjective?
1 Answer
Aug 18, 2016
A compound word may be whatever part of speech you wish according to the function it serves.
Explanation:
Some examples:
Absentminded people should take care when they dress - adjective.
Absentmindedness is common among elderly persons - noun
He absentmindedly forgot to zip up his trousers. - adverb