CEFR C1

adjectively

adverb

Meaning

In a way that relates to or functions as an adjective.

Examples

The adverb 'quickly' modifies the verb 'ran', while 'happy' functions adjectively to describe the subject.
She used adjectively to describe how the words in the poem enhanced the imagery.

Synonyms: descriptively, qualitatively, attributively

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adjectively (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ədˈdʒɛktɪvli/

Definition

In a way that relates to or functions as an adjective.

Examples

The adverb 'quickly' modifies the verb 'ran', while 'happy' functions adjectively to describe the subject.
She used adjectively to describe how the words in the poem enhanced the imagery.
The grammatical analysis showed that the word was used adjectively to modify the noun.

How to Use adjectively

used adjectively (collocation): Describing how a word or phrase functions like an adjective. — "In this sentence, 'blue' is used adjectively to describe the car."

Synonyms of adjectively

Words with a similar meaning to adjectively:

Antonyms of adjectively

Words with the opposite meaning to adjectively:

adverbially

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