Meaning & Definition of word "Very"
Very
/ˈvɛri/
adverb:
- 1. To a high degree; extremely.
- Example: She was very happy with her exam results.
- 2. Used for emphasis.
- Example: It's very important that you arrive on time.
- 3. Used to indicate that something is the real or actual thing.
- Example: This is the very book I was talking about.
- 4. In a precise or exact manner.
- Example: The answer is very simple.
- 5. Used to emphasize a superlative or extreme quality.
- Example: 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 of very
Meaning: Super
● Example Sentence: That movie was super cool.
Meaning: Major
● Example Sentence: That party was major fun.