very

[ˈveri]

very Definition

• 1. used to emphasize an adjective or adverb, meaning 'to a great degree'
• 2. actual; precise (used to emphasize the exact identity of a particular person or thing)

Using very: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "very" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I am very happy to see you.

• Example

  The weather is very cold today.

• Example

  She was very tired after the long journey.

• Example

  This is a very important meeting.

very Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for very

• extremely
• exceedingly
• exceptionally

Antonyms for very

• slightly
• somewhat

Phrases with very

• every bit as (something) as (something else)

  used to emphasize that two things are equal in some way

  Example

  She's every bit as talented as her sister.

• not very (something)

  used to express mild criticism or disapproval of something

  Example

  The food was not very good.

• the very (something)

  used to emphasize the exact identity of a particular person or thing

  Example

  He was staying in the very same hotel where we had stayed last year.

Origins of very

from Old English 'fēr', meaning 'true, real'

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Summary: very in Brief

The adverb 'very' [ˈveri] is used to emphasize an adjective or adverb, indicating a high degree of intensity. It can also be used to emphasize the exact identity of a particular person or thing. Examples include 'I am very happy to see you.' and 'This is a very important meeting.' Phrases like 'every bit as (something) as (something else)' and 'not very (something)' further illustrate its usage.