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Originally Posted by Lang Kamara The answer is 'This soup tastes terrible.' This is because 'taste', as used in the sentence, serves as a linking verb, not as an action verb. Linking verbs are followed by adjectives, not by adverbs. |
Actually, it is correct to say both A & C. As 'terribly' can be used to signify 'very much' or 'awfully'. eg. She is terribly posh. This bacon is terribly salty.
Either a) - This soup tastes bad, and is unpleasant.
or c) - This soup has a very strong taste of garlic. (Whether or not you think it bad is a personal choice.)
Not in everyday / common use, and more by those with an upper-class English education. (Think of HRH Prince Charles - and do 'frightfull', 'awfully' & 'terribly' bad impressions of his accent!)