English Grammar-Parts of Speech

Handsome is an adjective used to describe the appearance of a person, typically a man.

To hallow is to make or set apart as holy, which functions as a verb.

To garner is a verb meaning to gather or collect something, especially information or approval.

A germ is a noun referring to a microorganism, especially one that causes disease.

A directory is a noun referring to a book or list of names, addresses, or telephone numbers.

To disagree is a verb meaning to have a different opinion.

To grant is a verb meaning to agree to give or allow something.

Grammar is a noun referring to the set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words.

Great is an adjective used to describe something of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above the normal.

To greet is a verb meaning to give a polite word or sign of welcome.

To pry is a verb meaning to inquire too closely into a person's private affairs.

A grape is a noun referring to a berry, typically green, purple, or black, growing in clusters on a grapevine.

A pastor is a noun referring to a minister or priest in charge of a church.

To poach is a verb meaning to cook by simmering in a small amount of liquid or to hunt illegally.

Compost is a noun referring to decayed organic material used as a fertilizer.

A shadow is a noun referring to a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

To perform is a verb meaning to carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action or task.

While 'plus' can be a preposition or noun, it is frequently used as an adjective (e.g., 'a plus factor'). However, it is primarily a preposition or noun; this question is slightly ambiguous but 'adjective' is a common classification in some contexts.

To ply is a verb meaning to work steadily with or at, or to travel regularly over a route.

Busy is an adjective because it describes the state or quality of a noun, such as a busy person. It does not function as a noun, verb, pronoun, or adverb in standard usage.

Relate is a verb because it describes an action or a relationship between things. It is not a noun, pronoun, adjective, or adverb.

Rod is a noun because it refers to a physical object or a thin, straight bar. It is not an action, description, or substitute for a noun.

Rocket is a noun because it refers to a specific type of vehicle or projectile. While it can be used as a verb in some contexts, its primary classification is a noun.

Pervade is a verb because it describes the action of spreading through or being present in every part of something. It does not function as a noun, pronoun, adjective, or adverb.