Adjective + Preposition:
Adjective:
An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun by giving more information about its quality, quantity, size, colour, shape, or condition. Adjectives help make sentences more specific and vivid.
Examples:
a beautiful flower (quality)
ten students (quantity)
a round table (shape)
a blue car (colour)
Preposition:
A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and another word in the sentence. It often indicates place, time, direction, cause, or manner.
Examples:
The book is on the table. (place)
She arrived after dinner. (time)
He walked through the forest. (direction)
They succeeded because of hard work. (cause)
We will now list some adjectives and prepositions and show their use in sentences so that you can learn them and use them appropriately without making any mistakes.
“A”:
Accustomed to
Example: I’m accustomed to waking up early because my job requires me to start work at sunrise.
Accused of
Example: He was accused of cheating during the final exam, but he managed to prove his innocence.
Addicted to
Example: Many young people are addicted to social media and find it difficult to spend a day without checking their phones.
Afraid of
Example: I’ve always been afraid of heights, so climbing tall buildings makes me feel nervous.
Angry about/with
Example: People are angry about the government’s decision to increase fuel prices.
Example: She was also angry with her friend for breaking a promise.
Allergic to
Example: I’m allergic to seafood, so I always check the ingredients before ordering in a restaurant.
Amazed at/by
Example: I was amazed at how quickly technology is advancing these days.
Example: The audience was amazed by the magician’s incredible tricks.
Anxious about/to
Example: Students are anxious about their upcoming IELTS results.
Example: I’m also anxious to start my new job and gain some real-world experience.
Ashamed of
Example: He felt ashamed of lying to his parents about his grades.
Associated with
Example: Regular exercise is often associated with better mental health and higher energy levels.
Attached to
Example: I’m deeply attached to my hometown because it holds so many childhood memories.
Aware of
Example: Many people are not fully aware of the impact of plastic pollution on marine life.
“B”:
Bad at
Example: I’m really bad at remembering people’s names, especially when I meet many new faces at once.
Based on
Example: The movie was based on a true story that took place in the 19th century.
Beneficial to
Example: Regular exercise is beneficial to both physical and mental health.
Bored with
Example: Many students feel bored with long online lectures that lack interaction.
Boastful for
Example: He is often boastful for his achievements, which sometimes annoys his colleagues.
Busy with
Example: I’ve been busy with my new project lately and hardly have time to relax.
“C”:
Capable of
Example: She is highly capable of managing a large team under pressure.
Careful with/about/of
Example: You should be careful with sharp knives while cooking.
Example: He’s very careful about what he eats to stay healthy.
Example: Be careful of strangers when travelling alone.
Certain about
Example: I’m not entirely certain about the exact time of the meeting.
Clever at/about
Example: She’s extremely clever at solving complex math problems.
Example: He wasn’t very clever about hiding the truth from his parents.
Comfortable with/in
Example: I’m comfortable with giving presentations now.
Example: She feels comfortable in her new job environment.
Committed to
Example: He’s fully committed to improving his English skills before taking the IELTS test.
Connected with/to
Example: This device is connected with the main power system.
Example: She’s connected to many professionals in her industry.
Conscious of
Example: Many people have become more conscious of their environmental responsibilities.
Contend with
Example: Students often have to contend with heavy workloads and tight deadlines.
Crazy about
Example: My sister is absolutely crazy about Korean dramas and never misses a new episode.
Cruel to
Example: It’s unacceptable to be cruel to animals in any circumstance.
Crowded with
Example: The streets were crowded with people during the festival celebration.
Confronted with
Example: When confronted with a difficult choice, she decided to follow her instincts.
Curious about
Example: I’ve always been curious about how aeroplanes stay in the air.
“D”:
Doubtful about
Example: I’m a bit doubtful about his explanation because it doesn’t sound convincing.
Delighted at/about
Example: She was delighted at the news of her promotion.
Example: We were delighted about our team’s success in the competition.
Derived from
Example: The English word “biology” is derived from Greek words meaning “life” and “study.”
Different from
Example: Life in the countryside is completely different from life in a busy city.
Disappointed with
Example: Many customers were disappointed with the poor quality of the service they received.
“E”:
Eager for
Example: The students were eager for the holidays to begin after a long and stressful semester.
Eligible for
Example: Only graduates with at least two years of experience are eligible for this scholarship program.
Enthusiastic about
Example: She is truly enthusiastic about learning new languages and exploring different cultures.
Excellent in
Example: He is excellent in mathematics and often helps his classmates with difficult problems.
Excited about
Example: I’m really excited about starting my new job next month.
Experienced in
Example: She is highly experienced in managing international projects and diverse teams.
Exposed to
Example: Children who are exposed to multiple languages from an early age tend to develop better communication skills.
Envious of
Example: He was secretly envious of his colleague’s rapid career growth.
“F”:
Faithful to
Example: He has always been faithful to his friends, even during difficult times.
Familiar with
Example: I’m quite familiar with the IELTS exam format and scoring system.
Famous for
Example: The city is famous for its beautiful historical architecture and delicious cuisine.
Fascinated by
Example: I’ve always been fascinated by the mysteries of space and the possibility of life on other planets.
Fed up with
Example: People are fed up with the constant traffic jams in the city.
Free of/from
Example: This drink is completely free of sugar and artificial additives.
Example: She finally felt free from stress after finishing her exams.
Frightened of
Example: Many children are frightened of the dark and prefer to sleep with a light on.
Fond of
Example: I’m really fond of Italian food, especially pasta and pizza.
Furious about
Example: The passengers were furious about the sudden cancellation of their flight without prior notice.
Furnished with
Example: The apartment is fully furnished with modern furniture and essential appliances.
Full of
Example: The garden was full of colourful flowers and butterflies.
“G”:
Generous with
Example: She is always generous with her time and money when it comes to helping others.
Guilty of/about
Example: He was found guilty of stealing confidential documents.
Example: She felt guilty about forgetting her friend’s birthday.
Gentle with
Example: You need to be gentle with newborn babies because their skin is very delicate.
Good at
Example: He is good at playing the guitar and often performs at local events.
Grateful to
Example: I’m truly grateful to my teachers for guiding me throughout my education.
“H”:
Happy about
Example: She was extremely happy about receiving the news of her scholarship.
Hopeful of/about
Example: I’m hopeful of passing the IELTS exam with a high band score.
Example: Many students are hopeful about the new educational reforms in their country.
“I”:
Identical to
Example: The twins are so similar that they look almost identical to each other.
Immune to
Example: Some people are naturally immune to certain diseases, while others need vaccination.
Impressed with
Example: I was really impressed with her presentation skills and confidence.
Inferior to
Example: Some students feel that their writing skills are inferior to those of their peers.
Indifferent to
Example: He seemed completely indifferent to the criticism from his colleagues.