adverb – n. a word that is often used to show time, manner, place or degree

informal – adj. not suited for serious or official speech and writing

Mardi Gras – n. the Tuesday before the beginning of Lent that is often celebrated with parades and parties

clause – n. a part of a sentence that has its own subject and verb

excite – adj. very enthusiastic and eager about something

negative – adj. expressing denial or refusal