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    Very

    /ˈvɛri/

    Meaning & Definition

    adverb
    To a high degree; extremely.
    She was very happy with her exam results.
    Used for emphasis.
    It's very important that you arrive on time.
    Used to indicate that something is the real or actual thing.
    This is the very book I was talking about.
    In a precise or exact manner.
    The answer is very simple.
    Used to emphasize a superlative or extreme quality.
    He is the very best player on the team.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'verai', from Latin 'verus' meaning true.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    very much
    To a great extent or degree.
    the very best
    The absolute highest quality.
    the very thing
    Exactly what is needed or referred to.

    Related Words

    veracity
    Truthfulness or accuracy.
    verify
    To confirm the truth or correctness of something.
    veritable
    Being truly or very much so; authentic.

    Slang Meanings

    Super
    That movie was super cool.
    Major
    That party was major fun.