Oo Some adverbs, like some adjectives, use irregular forms for compatisons. e =» Well—better—best ® Much—more—most Position of adverbs: Adverbs are more movable than any other part of speech. Usually, adverbs that modify adjectives and other adverbs appear next to them to avoid confusion. Adverbs that modify verbs, however, can often be shifted around in their sentences without causing changes in meanings. oO Her especially fine tact makes her a welcome guest at any patty. Ae The novel was very badly written. Quickly, he slipped through the doorway. eA He slipped quickly through the doorway. He slipped through the doorway quickly. Parts of Speech: Prepositions A preposition links its object—a noun or noun substitute—to some othet word in the sentence and shows a relationship between them. e The relationship is often one of location, time, means, or reason or purpose. The word group containing the preposition and its object makes up a prepositional phrase. o The new in the attic keeps my house much warmet. (preposition in links object attic to insulation and shows location) o We have postponed the meeting until tomorrow. (preposition until links object tomorrow to postponed and shows time.) 15