Similar to prepositions after verbs, prepositions after adjectives create expressions with distinct meanings unique to English. Remember, like prepositional verbs, these expressions also cannot be separated.
Adjective + Preposition |
Meaning |
Example |
angry at, about |
to feel or show anger toward (or about) someone or something |
I am angry about the oil spill in the ocean. |
confused about |
to be unable to think with clarity about someone or something. |
Shawn was confused about the concepts presented at the meeting. |
disappointed in, with |
to feel dissatisfaction with someone or something |
I was disappointed in my husband because he voted for that candidate. |
dressed in |
to clothe the body |
He was dressed in a pin-striped suit. |
happy for |
to show happiness for someone or something |
I was happy for my sister who graduated from college. |
interested in |
giving attention to something, expressing interest |
I am interested in musical theater. |
jealous of |
to feel resentful or bitter toward someone or something (because of their status, possessions, or ability) |
I was jealous of her because she always went on vacation. |
thankful for |
to express thanks for something |
I am thankful for my wonderful friends. |
tired of |
to be disgusted with, have a distaste for |
I was tired of driving for hours without end. |
worried about |
to express anxiety or worry about something |
I am worried about my father’s health. |
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