very
/ˈvɛri/
adverb
- Used to emphasize an adjective or adverb; extremely.
- The movie was very interesting from start to finish.
- She speaks English very well after only a year of study.
- It's very cold outside, so wear a warm coat.
adjective
- Used to emphasize that something is exactly the one being referred to; precise or actual.
- The very idea of quitting makes me angry.
- That is the very book I was looking for.
- He arrived at the very moment the train was leaving.
- Used to emphasize the extreme nature of something, often in a negative sense.
- The very thought of spiders terrifies her.
- He lost his wallet in the very place he felt safest.
- The very sight of that old house gives me chills.