Pronunciation: /ˈnɑmənl/
noun a word or phrase functioning as a noun
A1 In linguistics, a nominal is a word that functions as a name or a noun.
A2 The teacher explained that a nominal is a part of speech that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.
B1 When studying grammar, it is important to understand the role of nominals in forming sentences.
B2 The linguist discussed the various types of nominals found in different languages.
C1 The researcher's analysis focused on the syntactic properties of nominals within the context of sentence structure.
C2 The seminar delved into the intricate relationships between nominals and other elements of grammar in a multilingual setting.
adjective relating to a noun or a word group that functions as a noun
A1 The nominal fee for the event is only $5.
A2 She received a nominal amount of money for her work.
B1 The company offers a nominal salary increase each year.
B2 The hotel room had a nominal view of the ocean.
C1 The nominal GDP growth rate was lower than expected.
C2 The nominal value of the property was much higher than its actual worth.
adverb in name only; insignificantly small
A1 The cost of living in this city is nominal.
A2 She paid a nominal fee for the entrance ticket.
B1 The company offers a nominal salary to interns.
B2 The hotel charges a nominal fee for room service.
C1 The increase in rent was only nominal compared to other cities.
C2 The fine for parking illegally was nominal, considering the offense.
formal The nominal fee for the service is $10.
informal The ticket price is just a nominal amount.
slang I'll pay you back with a nominal sum.
figurative His title as manager was merely nominal, as he had no real authority.
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