A word used to modify (describe) or limit (make specific), the meaning of a verb, an adjective, or another adverb. Most adverbs are formed by adding -ly to adjectives; however, adjectives ending in ic add ally: basic, basically. Others, such as well, "far, low, hard, early", and "fast"; have the same form as adjectives.

In summary: adverbs tell manner (how), time (when), place (where), degree (how much), and sometimes cause (why).

Adverbs of manner: "politely, carefully, not, equally, tenderly".

Adverbs of time: "now, then soon, later, early, often".

Adverbs of place: "here, there, near, forward, far."

Adverbs of degree: "very, so, much, too, extremely, rather."

Adverbs of cause: "why, therefore, hence".

1. Present and capable of becoming, though not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic.
2. In a secret or concealed manner; invisibly: "She was latently infected, but the doctor was able to find a medical cure."

Clear and easily understood or melodious: "The limpidly composed concert presentation of the musician resulted in a very favorable reception by the audience."