Basic General IELTS Words for "Adverbs of Comment"

honestly

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used to emphasize that one is being sincere and telling the truth, especially when the thing being said sounds surprising

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Honestly, I didn't expect the movie to be so captivating; it exceeded my expectations.

She told me the news, and honestly, I was completely shocked by the unexpected turn of events.

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adverb of degree

unluckily

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in an unfortunate manner

fortunately

surprisingly

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against what might be expected

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adverb of manner

shockingly

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in a way that causes great surprise, astonishment, or disbelief

naturally

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in accordance with what is logical, typical, or expected

unnaturally

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adverb of manner

hopefully

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used for expressing that one hopes something will happen

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interrogative adverb

basically

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used to state one's opinion while emphasizing or summarizing its most important aspects

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interrogative adverb

fortunately

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used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

unfortunately

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adverb of manner

unfortunately

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used to express regret or say that something is disappointing or sad

fortunately

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adverb of manner

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