Comment adverbs and viewpoint adverbs Flashcards
Some adverbs we make a comment of what we are saying.
How likely: apparently, certainly, clearly, definitely, obviously, presumably, probably, undoubtedly.
Attitude or opinion: astonishingly, frankly, generally, honestly, interestingly, luckily, naturally, sadly, seriously, surprisingly, unbelievably.
judgement: bravely, carelessly, foolishly, generously, kindly, rightly, stupidly, wisely, wrongly.
Comment adverbs are used in front position and apply to the whole sentence, separated by comma.
Presumably, he didn’t hear when I called.
The book was based on his experience in China, apparently.
If you practice continuously, you will undoubtedly get better.
If adverbs apply to other parts of a sentence, they can be used in other positions.
Astonishingly, he did well in the exam.
She did astonishingly well in the exam.
Obviously, it will be very painful for a while.
When he stood up, it was obviously very painful. (the pain was obvious).
Other adverbs are used to make a viewpoint: biologically, environmentally, financially, ideologically, industrially, logically, medically, morally, outwardly, politically, technically, visually.
Financially, the accident has been a disaster for the owner of the tunnel.
The brothers may be alike physically, but they have different personalities.
A number of phrases can be used to express the viewpoint:
In political terms, politically speaking, in terms of politics, from a political point of view, as far as politics is concerned.
Some adverbs express WHOSE point of view.
According to reports, in my view, to my knowledge, from my perspective, personally, in my opinion.
The head of National Bank is to receive, according to reports, a 1 million bonus.
In my view, the foreign minister should resign immediately.
