well
A1Frequent NGSL-1UK /wel/US /wel/
Meaning
adjective
in good health
“I don't feel very well.”
adverb
in a good, right or acceptable way
“They played well in the tournament.”
exclamation
used to express surprise, anger or relief
“Well, well—I would never have guessed it!”
noun
a deep hole in the ground from which people obtain water. The sides of wells are usually covered with brick or stone and there is usually a cover or a small wall at the top of the well.
“to dig/sink a well”
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