Adverbial
/ædˈvɜːrbiəl/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Varied Functions
Adverbials can specify 'how', 'when', 'where' and 'why' something happens.
She arrived early for the meeting.
Pro Tip 2/3Flexible Positioning
Adverbials can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence for emphasis.
Surprisingly, he passed the test.
Pro Tip 3/3Clauses and Phrases
An adverbial can be a single word, a phrase, or a whole clause.
To meet her quota, she worked through the night.
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