Pronunciation

/ˈædvɜːrb/

Definitions

Adverb (n): A part of speech that modifies or describes a verb, an adjective, another adverb, or a whole sentence, often indicating manner, place, time, frequency, degree, or exception. It provides additional information about the action or quality it modifies.

Adverb (v): To modify or qualify a verb, usually by specifying how, when, where, or to what extent something is done.

Phrases

• “In a friendly manner”
• “After finishing his work”
• “With great enthusiasm”
• “Slightly colder than usual”
• “To a certain extent”

Example Sentences

• Adverb modifying a verb: “She sings beautifully.”
• Adverb modifying an adjective: “The car drove smoothly.”
• Adverb modifying another adverb: “He speaks loudly and clearly.”
• Adverb modifying a sentence: “He usually arrives early, but today he’s running late.”
• Adverb expressing manner: “He laughed heartily.”

Synonyms

• Adelante
• Consequently
• Likewise
• Consequently
• Accordingly
• Occasionally
• Regularly
• Frequently
• Occasionally
• Typically
• Specifically
• Approximately
• Consequently
• Hence
• Consequently
• Thus
• Generally
• Emphatically

Note: The list of synonyms provided is not exhaustive and may vary depending on the context in which the adverb is used.