Lingo

Adverbs of Level of Clarity

14 Words

7m

1.
un
am
bi
guous
ly
Adverb

in a way that is very clear and leaves no room for confusion or doubt

The instructions were written unambiguously, ensuring clear understanding.

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simply
2.
simp
ly
Adverb

used to show that something is the case and nothing more

The instructions are simply to follow the steps in order.

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3.
point
ed
ly
Adverb

in a direct and explicit manner, often expressing something clearly and with emphasis

She pointedly asked if there were any objections to the proposal.

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directly
4.
di
rect
ly
Adverb

in a straight line from one point to another without turning or pausing

The road leads directly to the town center without any turns.

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5.
straight
for
ward
ly
Adverb

in a clear, honest, and uncomplicated manner

She answered the question straightforwardly, providing a clear response.

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expressly
6.
exp
ress
ly
Adverb

in a clear and explicit manner, leaving no room for misunderstanding or confusion

The rule was expressly stated in the guidelines.

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explicitly
7.
exp
li
cit
ly
Adverb

in a manner that is direct and clear

The instructions were explicitly outlined in the manual.

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frankly
8.
frank
ly
Adverb

used when expressing an honest opinion, even though that might upset someone

Frankly, the project is behind schedule and needs urgent attention.

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9.
un
re
ser
vedly
Adverb

without any hesitation or limitation

After the heartfelt apology, she unreservedly forgave her friend for the misunderstanding.

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10.
am
bi
guous
ly
Adverb

in a way that is unclear, open to multiple interpretations, or lacking definite meaning

The statement was written ambiguously, causing confusion among readers.

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tacitly
11.
ta
cit
ly
Adverb

without using explicit verbal communication

They tacitly agreed to proceed with the plan without discussing it.

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implicitly
12.
imp
li
cit
ly
Adverb

in a way that is understood or suggested without being directly stated

The instructions implicitly indicated the preferred approach.

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13.
ob
liqu
ely
Adverb

in a manner that is not direct or straightforward

He answered the question obliquely, without providing a clear response.

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meaningfully
14.
mea
ning
fu
lly
Adverb

in a meaningful manner; so as to be meaningful

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