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Synonyms & Similar Words
extremely
highly
remarkably
exceptionally
extraordinarily
unusually
notably
considerably
substantially
significantly
markedly
distinctly
obviously
clearly
evidently
manifestly
noticeably
perceptibly
visibly
palpably
tangibly
intensely
strongly
powerfully
forcefully
mightily
exceedingly
unusually
surprisingly
astonishingly
astoundingly
staggeringly
Meaning of Very
The primary meaning of the word "Very" is to emphasize a quality or degree.
Definitions
- Used to emphasize a quality or degree: to a high degree, extremely, or greatly
- Used to indicate agreement or confirmation: indeed, truly, or certainly
- Used to add emphasis to a statement or description: really, actually, or genuinely
Etymology of Very
The word "Very" has its roots in Old French "verai," meaning "true" or "real," which is derived from the Latin "verus," also meaning "true"
Historically, "Very" has been used in English since the 13th century to indicate truth, reality, or genuineness, and over time, its usage has expanded to include emphasis and degree
Example Uses
- The restaurant was very expensive, so we decided to eat elsewhere
- She is a very talented singer and has released several successful albums
- The weather was very cold, so we had to wear warm clothing
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
slightly
mildly
moderately
somewhat
fairly
reasonably
relatively
hardly
barely
scarcely
minimally
marginally
insignificantly
imperceptibly
unnoticeably
faintly
weakly
mildly
moderately
adequately
sufficiently
ordinarily
normally
usually
typically
customarily