Comparison Of Adverbs
Just like adjectives, adverbs also recognise three degrees of comparison. Adverbs of one or two syllables form their comparative and superlative forms by adding -er and -est to the positive. fast, faster, fastest late,...
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What Are Adverbs?
Adverbs are words used to modify verbs or adjectives. Sometimes, we use an adverb to modify another adverb. Most words ending in -ly are adverbs. Words indicating time, place, manner, frequency etc. are also...
Common Adverb Phrases
An adverb phrase is a group of words that serves the same purpose as an adverb. Here is a list of adverb phrases in common use. See also: What are adverb phrases? Above all...
Formation Of Adverbs
Adverbs of manner are usually formed by adding -ly to the adjective. Examples are given below. Kind (adjective) – kindly (adverb) Pleasant – pleasantly Foolish – foolishly Clever – cleverly Wise – wisely Quick...
Adjective Vs. Adverb Worksheet
Adjectives are words used to modify nouns. Adverbs are words used to modify verbs. Adverbs can also be used to modify adjectives and other adverbs. Test your knowledge of adjectives and adverbs using this...
15 Grammar Terms You Should Know
1. Adjective An adjective is a word that describes a noun. For example, in ‘She is a beautiful girl’, the adjective beautiful describes the noun girl. 2. Adverb An adverb is a word used to say something about...
Adverbs With Two Forms
In some cases, the adverb may have two forms, one like the adjective and the other with -ly. There is usually a difference of meaning or use. Some examples are given below. Dead and...
