well
UK: wɛl | US: wɛl
adv. in a good or satisfactory manner
adv. thoroughly or completely
adj. in good health
n. a deep hole or shaft dug to obtain water, oil, or gas
vi. (of liquid) to rise to the surface and flow out
The word "well" originates from Old English wel, meaning "in a good way" or "abundantly." Its root is Proto-Germanic wel-, linked to wellness and prosperity. The noun sense ("water source") evolved from the idea of a "spring rising to the surface," metaphorically extending the concept of abundance. Over time, the adverb and adjective forms retained the core idea of goodness or proper function, while the noun specialized to describe man-made structures accessing groundwater.
She performed well in the exam.
Stir the mixture well before heating.
He doesn’t look well today.
The villagers fetched water from the well.
Tears welled up in her eyes.