Describing an Action
Adverbs
Adverbs provide additional information about an action. To form most adverbs, add '-ly' to the adjective. There are five types of adverbs:
Adverbs of Manner
Adverbs of manner describe how something is done. Adverbs of manner are usually placed after the verb or at the end of a sentence.
Example:
She discovers quickly that the best practices database on eradicating poverty is corrupted.
The blogger responds thoughtfully.
We outlined our products and services slowly.
Adverbs of Time
Adverbs of time tell us the exact time something takes place. Adverbs of time are usually placed at the end of a sentence.
Example:
He's joining our professional development conference next week.
We will be brainstorming for solutions before we right our report.
We'll file our progress report next month.
Adverbs of Frequency
Adverbs of frequency provide information on how often something is done. Adverbs of frequency are place directly before the principal verb. Adverbs of frequency follow the verb 'to be'.
Example:
The project management committee rarely meets.
The business-friendly international NGO rarely criticizes the WTO.
The proposal is rarely accepted without explanation.
Adverbs of Degree
Adverbs of degree tell us how much of something is done. Adverbs of degree are usually placed before the principal verb or before the adjective or adverb they modify.
Example:
Norman was completely thrilled when the project succeeded in the creating NGO capacity to carry out sustainability efforts.
I was tremendously moved by the eloquence of his call to action.
I was somewhat convinced by BP's public relations effort.