Adverbs of Regularity and Irregularity

in a way that follows established customs, practices, or norms

The ceremony was conventionally held in the church.

in a way that is in accordance with established customs, traditions, or usual practices

Gifts are customarily exchanged during the holiday season.

in accordance with methods, beliefs, or customs that have remained unchanged for a long period of time

Thanksgiving dinner is traditionally celebrated with a turkey feast.

in a way that is always the same

He consistently delivers high-quality work on every project.

in an unpredictable or uneven manner

The bus schedule runs irregularly on weekends.

in a manner that is not normal or expected

She smiled unusually, revealing a hint of mischief in her eyes.

not in a typical or expected manner

She behaved abnormally during the meeting, drawing everyone's attention.

not according to nature; not by natural means

not in accordance with established customs or practices

She approached problem-solving unconventionally, using creative and innovative methods.

in a way that does not stay the same or follow a clear pattern

The employee completed tasks inconsistently, often producing varying results.

unlike what is expected or ordinary

She dressed atypically for the formal event, choosing casual attire.

in a manner that is unusual or unexpected

The stranger smiled strangely, adding an air of mystery to the encounter.

in a way that is disturbingly interested in dark or unpleasant subjects, especially death or suffering

The artist's paintings were morbidly captivating, depicting scenes of decay and despair.

in a way that is strange or unusual

She dressed peculiarly, combining mismatched patterns and colors.

in a way that is strangely or mysteriously unsettling, often because of its remarkable similarity to something else

The old photograph resembled her daughter uncannily, despite being taken decades ago.

in a way that is mysteriously strange or unsettling, often creating an atmosphere of discomfort or fear

The deserted streets felt eerily still during the blackout.

in a way that is peculiar or odd

The artist dressed eccentrically, with mismatched colors and unconventional accessories.

in a way that shows a strong desire to learn, see, or know more

The puppy curiously sniffed every corner of the room.

in a way that is very noticeable or impressive

The painting was strikingly vibrant, capturing the attention of everyone in the room.

in a way that seems strangely or oddly unusual

He looked at her queerly, puzzled by her unexpected behavior.

in an extremely unusual or extravagant way

She dressed outlandishly, with brightly colored clothes and bold accessories.

in a manner that is unpredictable or irregular

The car moved erratically, swerving from side to side on the road.

in an unusual or strange manner that is different from what is expected

She looked at him oddly when he suggested eating ice cream for breakfast.

in a way not like anything else

The artist expressed herself uniquely through a combination of vibrant colors and unconventional materials.

in a manner that is strange or unexpected

The doorbell rang weirdly, producing an unusual electronic melody.

in an extremely unusual, abnormal, or unexpected manner

The athlete had a freakishly fast sprint, leaving competitors astounded.

in a way that is very strange

The painting depicted a bizarrely surreal landscape, with floating trees and upside-down skies.