From we know that there are three basic ways to make or “form” a comparative and superlative adverbs namely One-syllable, two syllable and irregular. Have a look at rules of formation of comparative and superlative adverbs to learn more about them
Today we are going to discuss some examples of forming comparative and superlative forms of one syllable adverbs.
One-syllable adverbs : Comparative and Superlative Examples
let us review the rule before moving to the list of examples rule states that If an adverb has only one syllable, we usually just add -er to make it comparative: Hard ? Harder and add –est to make it superlative Harder ? Hardest. Here are some examples:
1. far, farther, farthest
Example:
- I heard the far away swish of the treetops way above my head, I heard the clip-clops as Arianna fled the scene, I heard Malem’s heavy breathing.
- But when I came to know about the location, it was a bit farther than what I guessed.
- For some people, it must be the farthest point from where they could have the slightest swish of the treetops.
2. hard, harder, hardest
Example:
- The attention was new to him, and he found out the hard way how things can backfire.
- So he kept working harder for it and ensure that everything went well.
- His hardest approach towards the attention was to make sure nothing backfires.
3. high, higher, highest
Example:
- A high ferry-boat crosses from the west shore and cants into the berth alongside us.
- Other ferry-boast that were crossing the shore had higher flags than the one moving alongside the river.
- Only the ferry boat that is having the highest flag is moving with the fastest speed.
4. late, later, latest
Example:
- If your stylist is running late, express your unhappiness with the situation and give them a chance to toe the line next time.
- The accountant is meeting with another client right now, but she’ll be able to see you later this afternoon.
- Turn on the radio and you hear the latest jangly ballad of love unrequited or a celebration of life and family.
5. low, lower, lowest
Example:
- Keep the structure low, and cantilever the roof overhangs to cool the house and create shady outdoor areas.
- The atmosphere acts as a thermal engine, absorbing heat at higher temperatures, releasing heat at lower
- We then calculated the residuals, the difference between each interval’s extinction intensity and its lowest smoothed value.
6. near, nearer, nearest
Example:
- Her plan is based on the underlying assumption that the economy will improve in the near
- This above all was a messy and time-consuming task that would have been done nearer the source of iron and away from the town.
- The nearest trashcan became a basketball hoop as I tossed my wadded paper plate into it.
After learning how to form comparative and superlative adverbs you would easily be able to compare qualities, properties etc. Have a look at different types of adverbs comparative and superlative list to give yourself a next level of knowledge.
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