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loud vs loudly

loudly vs loud

loud is an adjective but loudly is not an adjective.

loud and loudly both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
loud No Yes No Yes
loudly No No No Yes
As adverbs, loud and loudly are synonyms defined as:
  • loud and loudly: with relatively high volume
Other synonyms of loud include aloud.
loud (adjective) loudly (adjective)
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
(used chiefly as a direction or description in music) indicating that said piece or segment should be played loudly
tastelessly showy
loud (adverb) loudly (adverb)
with relatively high volume with relatively high volume
used as a direction in music; to be played relatively loudly
in manner that attracts attention
Difference between loud and loudly

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