Understanding Deverbal Words: Nouns and Adjectives Derived from Verbs

Deverbal refers to a word or phrase that is derived from a verb, but functions as a noun or adjective. In other words, it is a word that has been formed from a verb by adding a suffix or prefix, or by changing the word's grammatical category.

Examples of deverbal nouns include:

* "writer" (from the verb "write")
* "driver" (from the verb "drive")
* "teacher" (from the verb "teach")

Examples of deverbal adjectives include:

* "written" (from the verb "write")
* "driven" (from the verb "drive")
* "taught" (from the verb "teach")

Deverbal words are common in English and are used to create new words that describe actions or states of being. They can also be used to create more specific or nuanced meanings from existing verbs, allowing for greater flexibility and precision in language.