adverb

/ˈædvɜːrb/

Definitions

1. noun

A word that modifies a verb, an adjective, another adverb, or a clause, typically expressing manner, time, place, frequency, or degree.

“The teacher emphasized the importance of using adverbs in our writing.”

2. adjective

Relating to or constituting an adverb.

“The linguist specialized in adverbial grammar.”

3. verb

To express or characterize something as an adverb.

“The poet adverbially described the beauty of the sunset.”

4. noun

A grammatical category of words.

“The instructor discussed the different parts of speech, including adverbs.”

Synonyms

  • modifier
  • qualifier

Antonyms

  • adjective
  • noun