What part of speech is “patiently”
Adverb
Definition:
an adverb 'patiently' describes when the action of being patient takes place. It is used to answer questions related to time, manner, degree, or place.
Rules:
rules and use cases for an adverb providing a sense of time include allowing the adverb to come before the verb it is modifying. The adverb patiently can be used to describe a person waiting with fortitude; it usually carries the connotation of someone enduring something without showing signs of frustration or surrender.
Examples:
1. She waited patiently in the doctor’s office for her appointment.
2. I asked my daughter to finish her vegetables patiently.
3. He patiently listened to our concerns.
Tips:
an adverb should not be used if the action of being patient is understood by the context.