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Usage Entry 1049 / 1350 60-second read

Well vs. Good

Adverb (well) versus adjective (good).

The comparisoni

✗ Wrong

She sings good.

✓ Correct

She sings well.

The ruleii

WELL modifies verbs. GOOD modifies nouns.

WELL is the adverb — it describes actions (plays well, works well). GOOD is the adjective — it describes things (a good book, good food). Exception: "I feel good" is acceptable for emotional state.

Memory aidiii

Remember it like this

Verbs want WELL. Nouns want GOOD.

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