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Wordabulary

adverb

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

A word that describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb, often ending in "ly".

""Quickly" is an adverb that describes how she ran."

Usage notes

Many adverbs are formed by adding "ly" to an adjective, such as "slow" becoming "slowly".

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? ""Quickly" is an _____ that describes how she ran."

Answer: adverb

In your own words, what does "adverb" mean?

A word that describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb, often ending in "ly".

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