Adverbs in relation to adjectives

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What distinguishes the functions of adverbs from adjectives?

Adjectives can function:
  1. Attributively (e.g. a successful meeting)
  2. Predicatively (e.g. The meeting was successful)
Adverbs generally do not appear in these roles.

What are the modifying functions of adverbs illustrated in the example?

Adverbs can modify various elements:
i. Verb: She spoke clearly.
ii. Adjective: It's a remarkably good play.
iii. Adverb: He spoke virtually inaudibly.
iv. Determinative: Nearly all copies were sold.
v. Prep phrase: She is completely in control.
vi. Rest of clause: Surprisingly everyone agreed.

Which adverbs can modify adjectives and other adverbs but not verbs?

Some adverbs can modify adjectives and other adverbs, but not verbs include:
  • very
  • too (excessively)
Example: "He's very fond of her" vs. "*He very loves her" (correct: "He loves her very much").
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How are comparatives and superlatives formed in adverbs?

Most adverbs do not inflect for grade; instead:
  • Comparatives use more (e.g., more carefully)
  • Superlatives use most (e.g., most carefully)
Exceptions include a few like "soon, sooner, soonest."

What are some examples of adverbs that are not formed by adding the suffix "ly"?

Common examples include:
  • almost
  • always
  • often
  • quite
  • rather
  • soon
  • too
  • very
These are recognizable by being replaceable with adverbs ending in "ly."

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