Adverbs of emphasis and addition

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In deed, In fact, of course, also, besides, are notable examples of Conjunctive adverbs of emphasis and addition. Adverbs of emphasis put more importance on the following statement than earlier. While, adverbs of addition adds extra information to main statement.

Meaning of adverbs of emphasis and addition

Both adverbs of emphasis and addition connect two Ideas. Adverbs of emphasis puts more importance on the next point than earlier statement.

Adverbs of addition adds extra information instead to emphasis on second statement. Let’s know the usages of both adverbs.

  1. Government hardly made provisions to reduce unemployment. Indeed, most of the people relied on food coupons.
  2. Tom doesn’t prefer to play cricket. In fact, he hates even to watch sport channel
  3. The competition is going to be more tough. Considering her practice and hard work. She Certainly/surely will be the winner.

List of Conjunctive adverbs of emphasis

  1. In deed, absolutely
  2. In fact, certainly
  3. Of course, clearly
  4. Definitely, positively
  5. Surely, simply
  6. Undoubtedly,
  7. Obviously,
  8. Unequivocally

Examples of conjunctive adverbs of emphasis

In sentence, if you emphasis on the or give importance to second sentence or statement. Conjunctive adverbs of emphasis in deed or in fact are used.

  1. Elon Musk is very innovative businessman. Indeed, he is so innovative.
  2. We use in fact to emphasize the truth and validity of earlier statement.
  3. In this year, foodgrains production has increased considerably. In fact, this is the highest increase ever since green revolution.
  4. People think that genetically modified food is not good to consume. In fact, except ethical reason, there is no such proof or evidence to support theirs assumption.
  5. Nowadays, people are becoming addicted to junk food. In fact, this is very surprising when the reason of heart disease is linked to junk food.
  6. I thought our tour would be more hectic due to time schedule. But, in fact, it was one of the best study tour.
  7. I wasn’t sure about the restaurant. Undoubtedly, the service was amazing.
  8. In my life, I never ever saw such a dedicated player. If things work properly, he will definitely play for national team.

These are some useful examples of Conjunctive adverbs of emphasis. Now, let’s learn how to use adverbs of addition.

List of Conjunctive adverbs of addition

Following is the list of Conjunctive adverbs of addition or adding information. They are used to add extra ideas to the given statement.

  1. Additionally, Also,
  2. Besides,
  3. First/second/third..
  4. Further, Furthermore,
  5. In addition, Incidentally,
  6. Moreover,
  7. Most importantly,

Examples of Conjuctive adverbs for adding information

Let’s know how to use adverbs of addition in the sentence by the means of following examples.

  1. Today, Antony has prepared some desserts in breakfast. In addition, he cooked rice for grandmother.
  2. Her favourite dish is pizza. Also, she likes chicken.
  3. Nowadays, I decided to avoid oily dishes. Besides, I hardly digest shellfish.

Adverbs to add stronger information
Not all Adverbs of addition have equal degree of adding information. There are some used to add stronger. Moreover and furthermore are such examples.

  1. The area under cotton is declining constantly due to poor productivity. Furthermore, the cotton rates are continuously fluctuating in the international market.
  2. In recession, there is possibility to get fired in private companies. Moreover, there are chances of rise in inflation as well.

In this article, I have presented detailed description of Conjunctive adverbs of emphasis and addition. Surely, my information regarding conjunctive adverbs will help you more while writing sentences.

Describing correct use of adverb

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