2. Learning Objectives:
At the end of the discussion you will
be able to:
• Define affirmation
• Note the different adverbs of
affirmation
• Use affirming words or expressions
appropriately
Learning
Objectives
3. about
Adverbs
are words that modify an
adjective, a verb or another
adverb.
Example:
Tom Longboat did not
run badly.
4. Let’s
Affirmation Adverbs
• The words or expressions used to
support the meaning of a sentence.
• It help to validate a statement , and
are typically used to answer a Yes-
No question raised by others.
5. about
List of Affirmation Adverbs
affirmative
ly
all right
alright
avowedly
positively
truly
yes
absolutely
assertedly
certainly
doubtlessly
definitely
really
undoubtedly
sure
surely
Acknowledging
/declaring
clearly
obviously
exactly
Asserting/emphasizi
ng
clarifying
6. Example
Examples:
1. She positively identified her
attacker.
Modifier: positively
Modified: identified (verb)
2. You are really a genius.
Modifier: really
Modified: genius (adjective)
7. example
3. Yes they are coming.
Modifier: yes
Modified: coming (verb)
4. It was truly an awesome experience.
Modifier: truly
Modified: awesome (adjective)
5. He is undoubtedly the best swimmer in the
team.
Modifier: undoubtedly
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Let’s
Check
Complete the following sentences by supplying an appropriate
affirmation adverb. Then circle the word or phrase that it describes
or modifies. Take note that some items possible have more than
possible answer.
1. It is ___________ fine for you to say “no” to a friend’s invitation if
you have other plans for the day.
2. Based on the last survey, the incumbent mayor will_____________
win the election.
3. I will ______________ attend the first birthday celebration of
Frances because she is my goddaughter.
4. ____________, the boxer, who wears red shorts, dominated that
round.
5. Our vacation in Boracay in April is __________ a dream come true.
6. The club leader has been____________ impressed by the
commitment shown by the leader.
7. _____________, it is my honor and responsibility to present the
Philippines in this international competition.
8. Are you_________ apologetic for your misconduct?
9. As one solid team, we can __________ accomplish the task on
