Deictionary definitions and meanings of the word well

Part Of speech

adverb

Definition

in a good or satisfactory way.

Example

the whole team played well

Synonyms

skilfully,with skill,ably,competently,proficiently,adeptly,adroitly,deftly,dexterously,effectively,expertly,with expertise,admirably,excellently,consummately,professionally

Antonyms

poorly

Definition

in a thorough manner.

Example

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

Antonyms

casually,negligently

Definition

very probably; in all likelihood.

Example

being short of breath may well be the first sign of asthma

Synonyms

quite possibly,conceivably,quite likely,probably,undoubtedly,certainly,unquestionably,justifiably,reasonably

Part Of speech

adjective

Definition

in good health; free or recovered from illness.

Example

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

Antonyms

poorly

Definition

sensible; advisable.

Example

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

Antonyms

inadvisable

Part Of speech

exclamation

Definition

used to express a range of emotions including surprise, anger, resignation, or relief.

Example

Well, really! The manners of some people!