adverb
1. quite well (Freq. 3)
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she doesn't feel first-rate today
• Syn: ↑first-rate
2. an expression of agreement normally occurring at the beginning of a sentence (Freq. 2)
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used to express agreement or understanding, sometimes grudging
oh very well then, come in
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very well
1 somewhat old-fashioned
— used to say that you agree with something
Very well, then. I'll see you tomorrow.
Oh, very well. Do as you please.
see also all very well at ↑well, 2
2 : reasonably or properly
I can't very well show up at the wedding uninvited. [=it would be improper for me to show up at the wedding uninvited]
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Main Entry: ↑very
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Main Entry: ↑well
Useful english dictionary. 2012.