Adjectives vs adverbs
- Adjective describes a noun: a loud noise.
- Adverb describes a verb: spoke loudly.
Comparison
- Adjectives: big/bigger/biggest.
- Adverbs: fast/faster/fastest; carefully/more carefully.
Key idea
Adjectives modify nouns and adverbs modify verbs; both can be compared (bigger, more carefully).
Remember
Most adverbs are formed by adding -ly to an adjective.