C2 Adverbs
C2 adverb vocabulary in alphabetical order with definitions and example sentences.
diligently
In a careful and hardworking way, with steady, persistent effort.
Example
She diligently reviewed every clause in the contract before signing.
gingerly
With great care and caution, especially to avoid pain, damage, or danger.
Example
He gingerly picked up the ancient manuscript, afraid of tearing the fragile pages.
henceforth
Starting from this time; from this point forward.
Example
Henceforth, all communications must be submitted in writing.
hitherto
Until now; up to this point in time.
Example
Hitherto unknown species of deep-sea fish were discovered during the expedition.
immeasurably
To a very great degree; beyond what can be measured.
Example
Access to clean water has immeasurably improved health outcomes in the region.
imperceptibly
In a way that is so slight or gradual it cannot be noticed.
Example
The glacier moves imperceptibly—barely a centimetre per day.
inter alia
Among other things; used in formal writing to indicate that more examples exist.
Example
The report covered, inter alia, the economic and environmental impacts of the policy.
intermittently
Not continuously; stopping and starting at irregular intervals.
Example
The power failed intermittently throughout the storm, complicating the operation.
patently
In a way that is clearly and obviously true; manifestly.
Example
His claims were patently false and easily disproved by the evidence.
resolutely
In a determined and unwavering manner; with firm purpose.
Example
She resolutely refused to compromise her principles despite intense pressure.
vehemently
With great force, passion, or intensity of feeling.
Example
He vehemently denied any involvement in the scandal.
verbatim
In exactly the same words as were used originally; word for word.
Example
She repeated the instructions verbatim to ensure nothing was misunderstood.