Adverb frequencies

In a way that is easy to see, hear, or understand.

Example: She spoke slowly and clearly so everyone could understand.

In a way that is accurate or true, without mistakes.

Example: She answered all the questions correctly.

Far down or far into something.

Example: She dug deep into her bag to find her keys.

Very much or strongly.

Example: She was deeply sorry for her mistake.

In a way that is not the same as something or someone else.

Example: She dresses differently from her friends.

To or in the main part of a city, especially the business or shopping area.

Example: We went downtown to buy some clothes.

Without difficulty or effort.

Example: She finished her homework easily.

In or to another place.

Example: She couldn’t find her book, so she looked elsewhere.

To the necessary degree or amount.

Example: She didn’t have enough money to buy the dress.

To the required degree or extent.

Example: He didn’t run fast enough to win the race.

more than usual or more than others; particularly.

Example: I love all fruits, especially apples.

At any time.

Example: Have you ever been to London?

Used to emphasize that something is completely correct or accurate.

Example: The train arrived at exactly 8 o'clock.

Very, to a great degree or very much.

Example: It is extremely cold outside today.

To some degree, but not completely or extremely.

Example: The test was fairly easy, so most students finished it quickly.

After a long time or at the end of a process.

Example: After waiting for an hour, the bus finally arrived.

For all time or for a very long time.

Example: She said she would love him forever.

used to say that something good or lucky has happened.

Example: Fortunately, the weather was nice for our picnic.

Towards a place or position that is in front.

Example: She took a step forward to see better.

completely or entirely.

Example: She is not fully ready for the trip yet.

At or to a greater distance or degree.

Example: We walked further along the beach to find a quiet spot.

Slowly, over a period of time.

Example: The weather gradually became warmer in the spring.

very much or to a large extent.

Example: She was greatly surprised by the news.

In a happy or cheerful way.

Example: She smiled happily when she saw her friends.

Almost not or only just.

Example: She was so tired that she could hardly keep her eyes open.

To a great degree or with a lot of weight.

Example: It was raining heavily all night.

used to show contrast or a difference between two ideas or statements.

Example: I wanted to go to the park; however, it started raining.

In a way that shows something is important or has significance.

Example: Most importantly, we need to finish the project on time.

used to emphasize something or show that something is true.

Example: The food was very good indeed.

Used to say that one thing is done or chosen in place of another.

Example: She didn’t go to the park; instead, she stayed at home.

In a nice or polite way.

Example: She kindly helped me with my homework.

To a smaller degree or amount.

Example: I have less money than you.

To a smaller extent or degree.

Example: He was less interested in the topic than his classmates.

In a way that makes a lot of noise or can be heard easily.

Example: She spoke so loudly that everyone could hear her.

In a way that is good or fortunate.

Example: Luckily, the rain stopped before the picnic started.

Mostly or for the most part.

Example: She mainly listens to pop music.

Mainly or for the most part.

Example: She mostly listens to pop music.

Almost, but not completely or exactly.

Example: She nearly missed the bus this morning.

Toward or in the direction of the North Pole.

Example: The birds began flying north as the weather started to warm.

To some degree, but not completely.

Example: The weather was partly cloudy today.

In a way that is completely right or without any mistakes.

Example: She speaks English perfectly.

used to show that something is possible or might happen.

Example: Perhaps we can go to the park tomorrow if the weather is nice.

In a way that relates to the body rather than the mind.

Example: She is physically strong because she exercises every day.

It means that something might happen or be true, but it is not certain.

Example: We will possibly go to the park if it doesn’t rain.

To a moderately high degree; fairly or quite.

Example: The movie was pretty good, but not the best I've seen.

used to say that something is likely to happen or be true.

Example: It will probably rain tomorrow.

In a way that makes little or no noise.

Example: She closed the door quietly so she wouldn't wake anyone.

To a certain degree or fairly, but not extremely.

Example: The movie was quite interesting.

used to show preference or to mean "quite" or "to some degree."

Example: I would rather stay at home than go out tonight.

not long ago; a short time ago.

Example: I recently started a new job.