Top 201 - 225 Adverbs: English Vocabulary List

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer."

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer each year due to climate change caused by human activities."

after the time mentioned or in the future

"I will explain later on."

"I will explain later on when we have more time and everyone is present to hear the details."

in most cases; as a standard or norm

"This bird is commonly seen here."

"This bird is commonly seen in this region during the summer months when it migrates from the south."

in a way that is very quick and often unexpected

"The river flowed rapidly downstream."

"The river flowed rapidly downstream after the heavy rains making it dangerous for anyone to swim."

used to express that a positive outcome or situation occurred by chance

"Luckily, it didn't rain."

"Luckily I found my keys under the sofa after searching the entire house for almost an hour."

not on a regular basis

"I occasionally eat fast food."

"I occasionally eat fast food on Fridays as a treat after a long week of work and studying."

in, at, or to a higher position

"The bird flew above."

"The plane flew above the clouds so we could not see the ground during most of the flight."

to a very small degree or extent

"I can hardly hear you."

"I can hardly hear you because of the noise from the construction site next door."

on a very infrequent basis

"She rarely goes out."

"She rarely watches television because she prefers reading books and listening to music instead."

against what might be expected

"Surprisingly the test was easy."

"Surprisingly the exam was very easy and most students finished it well before the time was up."

in a very short time

"The show will start shortly."

"The meeting will start shortly so please take your seats and turn off your mobile phones."

in a manner that achieves what is desired or expected

"She successfully completed the course."

"She successfully completed the course and received a certificate of achievement for her hard work and dedication."

in a manner that looks a certain way at first glance, but there might be hidden aspects or complications

"Seemingly nothing could stop him."

"Seemingly nothing could stop him from achieving his goals because he was so determined and hardworking."

together with someone or something or in accompaniment

"We walked along the beach."

"She came along with her friends to the party."

to the same amount or degree

"Share the candy equally."

"Share the candy equally among yourselves and do not fight over who gets the biggest piece."

used when expressing an honest opinion, even though that might upset someone

"Frankly, I disagree."

"Frankly, I found the movie to be rather disappointing despite its critical acclaim."

in the first place

"This is primarily it."

"The course is primarily designed for beginners who have no previous experience in the subject."

with no doubt

"He is sure."

"She is sure to be promoted after completing such an impressive project."

in a kind, tender, or considerate manner

"She touched my arm gently."

"She gently stroked the cat's fur and it purred with contentment and closed its eyes."

in, at, or to a higher position

"The plane flew above the clouds."

"The plane flew above the clouds so we could not see the ground during most of the flight."

to a very small degree or extent

"I can hardly wait."

"After the long hike, he could hardly move his tired legs and felt completely exhausted."

used to refer to moving past or alongside something or someone

"She walked by."

"I go to work by bus every morning because it is cheaper than driving and less stressful."

without restriction to a specific time

"Call me anytime you need."

"Call me anytime you need because I am always happy to help you with whatever problem you have."

in a manner that is authoritative or formal

"It is officially announced."

"The store is officially closed for renovations and will reopen next month with a new look and new products."

in a way that is unexpected and causes amazement

"It was surprisingly."

"The results were surprisingly good, exceeding all the initial projections and forecasts."

to a large or significant degree

"He believes strongly in fairness."

"The company is strongly considering a merger with its main competitor."

with no delay and at once

"He instantly recognized her face."

"He instantly recognized her face even though they had not seen each other for over twenty years."

in or to the direction opposite to the front

"He fell backward onto the ground."

"He fell backward onto the ground after slipping on a banana peel that someone had carelessly left on the sidewalk."