Adverb Phrase
Pattern
(Adv) + Adv — adverb-headed modifier
Definition
A word group built around an adverb, optionally modified by another adverb. Modifies verbs, adjectives, other adverbs, or entire clauses.
Examples
Example 1
She spoke very quietly — 'very quietly' is the adverb phrase modifying the verb.
AI Detection Note
AI overuses hedging adverb phrases ('quite possibly', 'rather significantly') and intensifying adverb phrases ('truly remarkably'). Natural writing tends to be more decisive — either commit to the adverb or cut it.
See how your writing uses these patterns
Analyze Your Text