Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct part of speech for the given word.

Numb

  1. conjunction

  2. noun

  3. adjective

  4. adverb

  5. preposition

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'Numb' is an adjective that describes a lack of physical sensation or feeling. It modifies nouns or pronouns to indicate that something has lost sensation (e.g., 'numb fingers'). It cannot be a conjunction, noun, adverb, or preposition. When you say your fingers are numb, you're using 'numb' as an adjective to describe the condition of your fingers.