Synonyms for "very"
10 kid-friendly synonyms for very, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "very" mean?
The word very is an adverb that means: to a great degree, a lot.
Example: "I am very tired."
Grade K–2Easy synonyms for very
Younger kids can use these in place of "very":
Grade 3–5Stronger words for very
For elementary writers ready to add precision and variety to their vocabulary:
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for very
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
Opposites of very (antonyms)
Words that mean the opposite of very:
FAQ — synonyms for very
What is a good synonym for very in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try really. For older students, "extremely" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does very have?
We list 10 grade-appropriate synonyms for very across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is very a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, very is used as an adverb.
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