well

adverb
UK: /wel/
US: /wel/

  1. In a good or satisfactory way.

    1. She sings very well, don't you think? [ ] [ ]
    2. The project is progressing well, and we expect to finish on time. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to express agreement or acceptance.

    1. Well, I suppose we could try that approach. [ ] [ ]
    2. “Do you think it's a good idea?” “Well, it's worth considering at least.” [ ] [ ]

  3. Used to express surprise, doubt, or other emotions.

    1. Well, what do we have here? [ ] [ ]
    2. Well, I never thought I would see the day that he apologizes. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

spring source good healthy fine
well noun

  1. A deep hole in the ground from which water, oil, or gas can be obtained.

    1. They dug a well in the backyard. [ ] [ ]
    2. The village depends on the well for its supply of fresh water. [ ] [ ]

  2. An enclosed space that rises through the floors of a building, such as for a staircase or elevator.

    1. The staircase is located in the central well of the building. [ ] [ ]
    2. Natural light streamed down the elevator well. [ ] [ ]
well intransitive-verb

  1. To rise, spring, or gush out.

    1. Tears welled up in her eyes. [ ] [ ]
    2. Emotions welled up inside her as she spoke about her experiences. [ ] [ ]
well adjective

  1. In good health; not sick.

    1. I hope you are well. [ ] [ ]
    2. She seems well after her surgery. [ ] [ ]
well interjection

  1. Used to show that you are starting a conversation or changing the subject.

    1. Well then, let's begin the project. [ ] [ ]
    2. Well, as I was saying earlier, the new regulations will impact everyone. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "well" in English means: In a good or satisfactory way., Used to express agreement or acceptance., Used to express surprise, doubt, or other emotions..

The phonetic transcription of "well" is /wel/ in British English and /wel/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "well": spring, source, good, healthy, fine.

Example usage of "well": "She sings very well, don't you think?". More examples on the page.