far

UK: fɑː | US: fɑːr

Definition

  1. adj. at or to a great distance in space or time

  2. adv. to a great extent or degree

Structure
far <distant>
Etymology

The word "far" originates from Old English feorr, meaning "distant, remote," which itself derives from Proto-Germanic ferro. This root is linked to the Proto-Indo-European per-, meaning "forward, through," reflecting the concept of extending over space or time. Over centuries, the spelling simplified to "far," retaining its core meaning of physical or metaphorical distance.

Examples

  1. The mountains looked far in the distance.

  2. She traveled far to attend the conference.

  3. His ideas are far more innovative than ours.

  4. The project is far from complete.

  5. They searched far and wide for the lost treasure.