Well means in a good or satisfactory way, or in good health.
“Well” comes from Old English “wel,” meaning “in a good way, properly,” related to “will” and “welfare.” It has long served as the main adverb matching the adjective “good.”
English uses “well” to cover skill (“play well”), success (“went well”), and health (“feel well”), so one short word quietly measures many parts of life. It also works as a conversation tool—“Well…”—to buy time while you think.
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