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GRAMMAR C1 C2 - ADVANCED 0/12
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Lecture1.1
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Quiz1.1
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Lecture1.2
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Quiz1.2
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Lecture1.3
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Quiz1.3
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Lecture1.4
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Quiz1.4
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Lecture1.5
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Quiz1.5
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Lecture1.6
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Quiz1.6
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Intensifying adverbs
Intensifying adverbs usually collocate with some adjectives but not with others.
Here is a list of the most common ones and their collocations.
Highly: It is often used with words that express probability.
Unlikely
Controversial
Probable
Effective
Bitterly: It is often used with words that express a strong negative emotion.
Regret
Disappointed
Resent
Cold
Strongly: It can be used with verbs that express opinions.
Believe
Deny
Dislike
Support
Ridiculously: It is used when something is so extreme, difficult to believe.
Easy
Cheap
Long
Small
Deeply: It is used with general emotions, strong emotions.
Hurt
Move
Offended
Ashamed
Some examples:
I felt bitterly disappointed when I failed the exam. It´s not fair!
I strongly recommend this movie. It´s one of the best movies I´ve ever seen.
It´s highly unlikely that Helen will get home early. She´s always late.
I am deeply concerned about Joe´s illness .I´ll call him right now.
It is ridiculously expensive. Let´s go to another place.