Adjective phrases: functions - Cambridge University Press
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/.../adjective-phrases-functionsFor a number of adjectives, the whole adjective phrase must follow the noun when a complement of the adjective is used. These include closed, eager, full, happy, keen, open, ready, responsible, (un)willing, worth. Adjective phrases with verbs ( Brenda is happy) The second main function of an adjective phrase is to be a complement to a verb.
Adjectives and adjective phrases - cambridge.org
www.cambridge.org › core › booksSummary. The category of adjectives consists of lexical items that characteristically represent properties of entities such as dimension, age, color, speed, etc. A full-fledged adjective phrase is typically composed of an adverb and an adjective. This chapter mainly deals with the modifying function of adjectives and adjective phrases.