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Word: Well
Speech Type: Adverb
Old English wel(l), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch wel and German wohl; probably also to the verb will. Vowel lengthening in Middle English gave rise to the current Scots form weel
wɛl
in a good or satisfactory way
Short Definition:in good or satisfactory way
Examples:- the whole team played well
- I haven't been sleeping very well
- they seem to get on pretty well
in a thorough manner
Short Definition:in thorough manner
Examples:- add the mustard and lemon juice and mix well
very probably; in all likelihood
Short Definition:very probably
Examples:- being short of breath may well be the first sign of asthma
Word: Well
Speech Type: Adjective
wɛl
in good health; free or recovered from illness
Short Definition:in good health
Examples:- I don't feel very well
- it would be some time before Sarah was completely well
- I am not a well man
sensible; advisable
Short Definition:sensible
Examples:- it would be well to know just what this suggestion entails
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