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adverb

ˈfär How to pronounce far (audio)
Definition of farnext
as in very
to a great degree the solid advice that if you can't say something good about a person, it is far better to say nothing at all

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far

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adjective

1
as in long
lasting for a considerable time the primitive rafts that ancient peoples built for their far journeys across the wide expanses of Oceania

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2
as in away
not close in time or space the dream of someday sending manned spacecraft to explore the far reaches of our solar system

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Recent Examples of far
Adverb
But what takes the chicken of the woods a step further is its bright orange color that’s impossible to miss in any forest. — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026 But the way that other milks, such as cow milk, are delivered is far less sanitary. — Parents, 6 Aug. 2026
Adjective
When traveling a far distance, consider whether there are more environmentally friendly modes of transit available. — Lucie McCormick, Scientific American, 7 Aug. 2026 Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich faces a fight for political survival in elections in October after angering his fellow West Bank settlers by voting not to punish ultra-Orthodox Jews who refuse to serve in the military. — Reuters, NBC news, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for far
Recent Examples of Synonyms for far
  1. very
  2. long
  3. away
  4. extremely
  5. lengthy
  6. deep
  7. terribly
  8. distant
Adverb
  • But, at the heart of it is what appears to be a very ugly feud between two public servants.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The truth is my friend has some very unsavory traits that make people want to tell him no.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of very
Adjective
  • Hungary and Romania were forced to temporarily shut down nuclear reactors cooled by the Danube, Europe’s second-longest river, which has experienced such low water levels that the crisis can be observed from space.
    — Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The Triton is a high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aircraft built to provide persistent maritime intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of long
Adjective
  • Nevertheless, the away terrace remains open to the elements, which in the depths of winter can be a problem.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • No away team had won in the previous 14 meetings between the clubs across all competitions.
    — Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of away
Adverb
  • In extremely rare cases, hormone injections can trigger a condition called ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.
    — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Neighbors are also extremely relieved to see the tree finally coming down.
    — Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of extremely
Adjective
  • In the north San Gabriel Valley, South LA and Long Beach, those who live along the very lengthy A Line or near one of the light-rail’s stations, may be up for the challenge.
    — Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • After a lengthy legal battle, the yacht was auctioned off by order of the Justice Department in September.
    — Robert Frank, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of lengthy
Adjective
  • Massive walk-in bathroom with a rainfall shower and a deep bathtub.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Iván Herrera followed with an RBI double off of a Warren sinker, also to deep center field.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of deep
Adverb
  • Having a conversation with Gold House founder Bing Chen isn’t terribly dissimilar from taking an amphetamine.
    — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Along with its terribly cool clientele, Area became known for its décor and lavish installations, whose theme changed every six weeks.
    — Marlow Stern, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of terribly
Adjective
  • As the light dips behind the hills and Chianti’s color palette softens, life beyond the estate starts to feel quite distant.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Turnshek’s research as an astronomer has primarily focused on galaxy formation and quasars, the luminous cores of distant, ancient galaxies.
    — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
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