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Adverb

Description:

An adverb is a part of speech that modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. It provides more information about how, where, when, or to what extent an action occurs.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, typically providing information about time, place, manner, or degree.

Example Sentence: She quickly ran towards the finish line.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: Used to modify verbs to indicate how an action is performed.

Example Sentence: He sings beautifully.

Usage 2:

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: Used to modify adjectives to indicate the degree or intensity of a quality.

Example Sentence: The movie was extremely captivating.

Usage 3:

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: Used to modify other adverbs to indicate the manner or intensity of an action.

Example Sentence: She spoke very softly.

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