Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint - Adverbs of Fact-Based Viewpoints

These adverbs are used to show that one's opinions or statements are based on facts rather than personal viewpoints, like "in fact", "actually", "indeed", etc.

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actually [adverb]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

Ex: She claimed to have visited many countries , and actually , she 's been to every continent .

obviously [adverb]

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Ex: The traffic light turned red , so obviously , we had to stop the car .

technically [adverb]

in a manner that is in accordance with an exact understanding of facts, rules, etc., or their literal interpretation

Ex: He claimed to have visited every country in the world , but technically , some territories might not be included in his count .

in fact [adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

Ex: She was confident about the facts , and in fact , her research was comprehensive and accurate .

in truth [adverb]

used to emphasize that something is being expressed honestly or genuinely, often revealing the real facts or feelings

Ex: He claimed to be an expert , but in truth , his knowledge on the subject was limited .

of course [adverb]

used to show that what is being said is obvious or known and not surprising

Ex: The historical event, of course, had a significant impact on societal norms.

indeed [adverb]

used to emphasize or confirm a statement

Ex: The rumors about the new product launch were , indeed , accurate .

especially [adverb]

used for showing that what you are saying is more closely related to a specific thing or person than others

Ex: The restaurant is known for its diverse menu , especially its selection of vegetarian dishes .

notably [adverb]

used to introduce the most important part of what is being said

Ex: The author has written numerous books , notably winning awards for her latest novel .

importantly [adverb]

used to highlight the significance of a particular point, fact, or aspect

Ex: Education equips individuals with valuable skills , and , importantly , fosters critical thinking .

crucially [adverb]

in a manner emphasizing the important nature of an action, event, or situation

Ex: Effective communication is crucially necessary in building strong and collaborative teams .

instrumentally [adverb]

in a way that is crucial to achieving a desired outcome or goal

Ex: Adopting sustainable practices is instrumentally necessary for reducing environmental impact .

substantively [adverb]

in a way that is significant, often in terms of impression or content

Ex: The research findings contributed substantively to the understanding of the scientific phenomenon .

dominantly [adverb]

in a manner that shows control or superiority in a situation

Ex: The team played dominantly , showcasing their superior skills throughout the match .

secondarily [adverb]

in a manner that is of less importance or priority compared to other things

Ex: The company emphasized customer satisfaction as the main goal , with profitability addressed secondarily .

peripherally [adverb]

in a manner that is not very important or closely connected when compared to other things

Ex: While the main topic of the conference was technology , other related fields were only peripherally covered .

tangentially [adverb]

in a way that is related to a topic but not directly connected or relevant

Ex: The meeting primarily addressed budget concerns , with some participants bringing up tangentially related issues such as office space allocation .

clearly [adverb]

without any uncertainty

Ex: The evidence clearly shows that he was not at the scene of the crime .

apparently [adverb]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

Ex: Apparently , the train is delayed due to technical issues .

ostensibly [adverb]

in a way that is based on appearances or perception

Ex: The political leaders met ostensibly to discuss peace , yet tensions continued to escalate .

seemingly [adverb]

in a manner that looks a certain way at first glance, but there might be hidden aspects or complications

Ex: The painting , seemingly abstract , revealed hidden details upon closer inspection .

purely [adverb]

with no other reason or purpose involved

Ex: His interest in astronomy was purely scientific , driven by a curiosity about the cosmos and not by any commercial aspirations .

truly [adverb]

used for expressing the sincerity or honesty of a particular feeling, statement, etc.

Ex: I truly appreciate your help with my project .

namely [adverb]

used to give more specific information or examples regarding what has just been mentioned

Ex: The team focused on three key areas , namely innovation , collaboration , and customer satisfaction .

foremost [adverb]

used for indicating the most important aspect of something

Ex: In negotiations , reaching a fair compromise is always considered foremost .

Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint
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Adverbs of Domain	Adverbs of Certainty	Adverbs of Uncertainty	Adverbs of Basis and Generality
Adverbs of Fact-Based Viewpoints	Adverbs of Personal Viewpoints	Conjunctive Adverbs