| adverbial clause |
| Definition: A clause that functions as an adverb, i.e., it modifies a verb or an adverb. |
| Example:
In the examples below, the adverbial clause is bolded. (1) Wherever he goes, he leaves a mess behind. (The adverbial clause modifies the verb leaves.) (2) Mike enjoyed the fiasco more than I did. (The adverbial clause modifies the adverb more.) |