Adverbs
FORM
[adjective + ly]There are also irregular adverbs such as "well" and "fast."
USE 1
Adverbs can be used to modify verbs. Examples:
- John walked quickly towards the door.
- Sally sat silently waiting for somebody else to speak first.
USE 2
Adverbs can be used to modify adjectives. Examples:
- The redwood tree was impressively tall.
- The blouse was outrageously expensive.
USE 3
Adverbs can be used to modify other adverbs. Examples:
- She spoke extremely confidently.
- The cheetah ran incredibly quickly.
Adjectives
FORM
There are many different adjective endings including "-ive," "-ous," "-y," "-ful," "-ent" and many others. "Attractive," "envious," "lazy," "beautiful," and "intelligent" are all adjectives.USE 1
Adjectives can be used to modify nouns. Examples:
- Jack drives a big car.
- Sally writes beautiful poems.
USE 2
Adjectives often follow linking verbs (described below). Examples:
- Max is tall.
- Sandra seems mad.
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