Definition

In a good or satisfactory condition; healthy or fortunate.

Example

After a long recovery, she felt well enough to return to work.

Conversation

Hey, how have you been feeling lately?

I've been doing well, thanks for asking!

That's great to hear! Did you finally get over that cold?

Yes, I'm well again and ready to enjoy the weekend!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

In a good or satisfactory way; to a high standard or degree.

Example

She sings well and always impresses the audience.

Conversation

How did your presentation go today?

It went well, thanks for asking!

That's great to hear! Did your classmates respond well to your ideas?

Definition

A deep hole or shaft in the ground used to get water, oil, or other liquids.

Example

The farmer dug a well to provide water for his crops.

Conversation

Have you seen the old well down by the park?

Yeah, I remember playing near it as a kid.

I wonder if it's still deep enough to get water from the well.

Definition

To pour out or cause to flow, especially in a steady stream.

Example

The water began to well from the ground after the heavy rain.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the rain started to well up in the street?

Yeah, it was really coming down!

I thought it might cause some flooding if it kept up like that.

Root Explanation

The word 'well' originates from Old English 'wella' (meaning a spring or stream of water), which is related to the Proto-Germanic '*walan' (meaning to flow). The word 'well' refers to a source of water or a place where water flows.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'spring' or 'source' of water when you hear 'well' — it helps you remember that a well is a place where water flows.

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