Some adjectives go with certain prepositions. There is no real pattern – you need to learn them as you meet them. Here are some examples but remember that there are many other adjective + preposition combinations that are not covered here.
Adjectives + prepositions: OF
- Afraid of
- Ashamed of
- Aware of
- Capable of
- Certain of
- Conscious of
- …..
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Adjectives + prepositions: WITH
- Associated with
- Bored with
- Blessed with
- Confronted with
- Crowded with
- Delighted with
- ……
Adjectives + prepositions: TO
- Attracted to
- Accustomed to
- Addicted to
- Allergic to
- Indifferent to
- Kind to
- …..
Adjectives + prepositions: ABOUT
- Angry about
- Anxious about
- Enthusiastic about
- Excited about
- Furious about
- Happy about
- Nervous about
- …..
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Adjectives + prepositions: BY
- Amazed by
- Delighted by
- Disturbed by
- Excited by
- Fascinated by
- Impressed by
- Inspired by
- Astonished by
- Shocked by
- Surprised by
Adjectives + prepositions: FROM
- Made from
- Different from
- Safe from
- Absent from
- Free from
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