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welladverb
UK
/wɛl/
US
/wɛl/
Synonyms
satisfactorily
thoroughly
effectively
properly
suitably
adequately
Antonyms
poorly
wellnoun
wells
pl
Synonyms
wellhead
water source
fountain
source
spring
wellinterjection
UK
/wɛl/
US
/wɛl/
Synonyms
so
okay
now
anyway
look
you know
I mean
like
well-offadjective

well off

better-off
Comp.
best-off
Super.
Used both predicatively and attributively; can inflect for degree (better-off, best-off)
aiséSens courant pour parler d’une personne ou d’une famille disposant de moyens financiers importants.
Her parents are very well-off and can afford to travel often.
Ses parents sont très aisés et peuvent se permettre de voyager ხშირად?
Additional translations
bien pourvuS’emploie pour une situation favorable ou une bonne dotation en ressources, matériel ou moyens.
fortunéRegistre soutenu; s’emploie surtout pour une personne ou une famille riche.

Definitions

welladverb
In a good or satisfactory manner.
She performed well in the competition.
Thoroughly or carefully.
Make sure to mix the ingredients well.
To a great extent or degree.
He is well aware of the risks involved.
In a way that is appropriate or suitable.
The dress fits her well.
In good health; free or recovered from illness.
After a week of rest, she was feeling well again.
wellnoun
A deep hole or shaft sunk into the earth to obtain water, oil, gas, or brine.
The villagers gathered around the well to collect fresh water.
A source from which something may be drawn as needed.
Her mind was a well of creativity and inspiration.
A place where water naturally flows to the surface of the earth.
They found a natural well in the middle of the desert.
A compartment in a ship's hold for the pumps.
The crew checked the well to ensure it was free of water.
An enclosed space in a building, such as a stairwell or an elevator shaft.
The fire escape was located in the well of the building.
wellinterjection
Used to introduce a statement or remark, often indicating a pause or hesitation.
Well, I suppose we could try a different approach.
Used to express relief or satisfaction.
Well, that's a relief to hear!
Used to indicate a change of topic or to resume a conversation.
Well, as I was saying, we need to finish the project by Friday.
Used to express doubt or uncertainty.
Well, I'm not sure if that's the best idea.
Used to express surprise or mild disbelief.
Well, I never expected to see you here!
well-offadjective
having considerable wealth; prosperous
Her parents are very well-off and can afford to travel often.
being in a favourable or advantageous situation
Thanks to the grant, the laboratory is well-off for new equipment.
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