well
/wel/
adverb
- in a good or satisfactory way."the whole team played well"synonyms: skillfully, with skill, ably, competently, proficiently, adeptly, adroitly, deftly, dexterously, effectively, expertly, with expertise, admirably, excellently, consummately, professionally
- in a thorough manner."add the mustard and lemon juice and mix well"synonyms: thoroughly, completely, efficiently, rigorously, effectively, conscientiously, industriously, carefully, closely, attentively, in depth, exhaustively, from top to bottom, minutely, in detail, meticulously, scrupulously, assiduously, painstakingly, methodically, comprehensively, fully, to the fullest extent, intensively, extensively
- very probably; in all likelihood."being short of breath may well be the first sign of asthma"synonyms: quite possibly, conceivably, quite likely, probably, undoubtedly, certainly, unquestionably, justifiably, reasonably
adjective
- in good health; free or recovered from illness."I don't feel very well"synonyms: healthy, in good health, all right, fine, fit, fighting fit, as fit as a fiddle, as fit as a flea, robust, strong, vigorous, blooming, thriving, bursting with health, in rude health, hale, hale and hearty, hearty, in good shape, in excellent shape, in good condition, in tip-top condition, in good trim, in fine fettle, sound, sound in body and limb, in the pink, up to snuff
- sensible; advisable."it would be well to know just what this suggestion entails"synonyms: advisable, sensible, prudent, politic, commonsensical, wise, canny, judicious, shrewd, expedient, provident, recommended, advantageous, beneficial, profitable, gainful, desirable, a good idea
exclamation
used to express a range of emotions including surprise, anger, resignation, or relief.
"Well, really! The manners of some people!"
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3 days ago · adverb · 1. a. : in a good or proper manner : justly, rightly · 2. : in a kindly or friendly manner. spoke well of your idea · 3. a · 4. : with ...
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adjective · in good health; sound in body and mind: Are you well? He is not a well man. · satisfactory, pleasing, or good: All is well with us. Synonyms: fine.