Emphasis by Adjective in the Holy Quran: A Grammatical and Semantic Study

Abstract

       The adjective is a fundamental element in Arabic grammar, occupying a significant position in the linguistic structure of the Arabic sentence. Its role is to describe, define, and clarify the attributes of the noun it modifies, and sometimes even to emphasize it. This function of emphasis is a subtle semantic one, which may not be directly apparent in all contexts, but rather becomes clear through the context and the surrounding discourse. The Holy Quran is distinguished by the beauty of its structure and the precision of its syntax, making it a fertile ground for linguistic and grammatical study. Hence, the importance of this research lies in its aim to study the adjective that serves the function of emphasis in the Quranic text. This will be achieved through analyzing examples, extracting their connotations, and examining their effect in strengthening and emphasizing meaning within the context, thus dispelling any misconceptions. There is a rhetorical nuance behind this construction, which will be revealed, God willing, in the course of this study. The purpose of the adjective is to differentiate between those sharing the same noun. It serves to specify indefinite nouns and to clarify definite nouns. It may also be used simply for praise and glorification, as in the descriptions applied to God Almighty. Or for the opposite of that, namely, condemnation and denigration. It is necessary to point out here an important matter: in our study, we are concerned with the emphatic adjective, not with emphasis as an independent modifier. I have titled it "Emphasis by Adjective in the Holy Qur'an: A Grammatical and Semantic Study. Emphasis by Adjective in the Holy Quran: A