Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being an adverb; the use of adverbs to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

“The adverbiality of the sentence was a subject of debate among linguists.”

2. noun

A grammatical property of a sentence or clause, characterized by the use of an adverb to modify a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

“The adverbiality of the sentence was key to understanding its meaning.”

3. noun

The ability of a word or phrase to function as an adverb, typically modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb.

“The adverbiality of the word ‘quickly’ allowed it to modify the verb ‘run’.”