C1 Adverbs
C1 adverb vocabulary in alphabetical order with definitions and example sentences.
accordingly
In a way that is appropriate to what has been done or said in a particular situation.
Example
We have to discover his plans and act accordingly.
allegedly
Expressed as though something is a fact but without giving any proof.
Example
crimes allegedly committed during the war
continually
In a way that is repeated many times so that it is annoying.
Example
They argue continually about money.
exclusively
For only one particular person, group or use.
Example
The resort caters almost exclusively for a high-society public.
explicitly
Clearly or directly, so that the meaning is easy to understand.
Example
The report states explicitly that the system was to blame.
forth
Away from a place; out.
Example
They set forth at dawn.
halfway
At an equal distance between two points; in the middle of a period of time.
Example
It's about halfway between London and Bristol.
ironically
In a way that shows that you really mean the opposite of what you are saying; in a way that expresses irony.
Example
He smiled ironically.
merely
Used meaning ‘only’ or ‘simply’ to emphasize a fact or something that you are saying.
Example
It is not merely a job, but a way of life.
namely
Used to introduce more exact and detailed information about something that you have just mentioned.
Example
We need to concentrate on our target audience, namely women aged between 20 and 30.
nonetheless
Despite this fact.
Example
The book is too long but, nonetheless, informative and entertaining.
notably
Used for giving a good or the most important example of something.
Example
The house had many drawbacks, most notably its price.
overly
Too; very.
Example
I'm not overly fond of pasta.
partially
Partly; not completely.
Example
The road was partially blocked by a fallen tree.
predominantly
Mostly; mainly.
Example
She works in a predominantly male environment.
presently
At the time you are speaking or writing; now.
Example
The crime is presently being investigated by the police.
presumably
Used to say that you think that something is probably true.
Example
Presumably this is where the accident happened.
readily
Quickly and without difficulty.
Example
All ingredients are readily available from your local store.
regardless
Paying no attention, even if the situation is bad or there are difficulties.
Example
The weather was terrible but we carried on regardless.
reportedly
According to what some people say.
Example
The band have reportedly decided to split up.
respectively
In the same order as the people or things already mentioned.
Example
Julie and Mark, aged 17 and 19 respectively
seemingly
In a way that appears to be true but may in fact not be.
Example
a seemingly stupid question
seldom
Not often.
Example
He had seldom seen a child with so much talent.
simultaneously
At the same time as something else.
Example
The game will be broadcast simultaneously on TV and radio.
solely
Only; not involving somebody/something else.
Example
She was motivated solely by self-interest.
substantially
Very much; a lot.
Example
The costs have increased substantially.
supposedly
According to what is generally thought or believed but not known for certain.
Example
The novel is supposedly based on a true story.
thankfully
Used to show that you are pleased that something good has happened or that something bad has been avoided.
Example
There was a fire in the building, but thankfully no one was hurt.
thereafter
After the time or event mentioned.
Example
She married at 17 and gave birth to her first child shortly thereafter.
thereby
Used to introduce the result of the action or situation mentioned.
Example
Regular exercise strengthens the heart, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack.