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Is very bad correct?
It is grammatically correct. You can use ‘very very badly’ also. But it isn’t good English stylistically. ‘Very/Very very’ is redundant and ‘badly’ by itself is adequate.
What does very bad mean?
The adjectives awful, dreadful, terrible and appalling are all commonly used for saying that something is very unpleasant. Other adjectives also mean ‘bad’ or ‘very bad’ but often with the slightly more specific meaning of ‘of bad quality’.
Why should we avoid using very?
Avoid using very in a sentence because it’s a weak word that diminishes your meaning. There’s not enough information in a word like “very” to tell your reader anything new. You’re better off finding a stronger alternative.
Is it correct to say very good?
‘very good’ is an adjective. So you can have, ‘John is a very good boy who he speaks English very well. ‘
Do you say very good or very well?
‘Very good’ as a congratulation is correct actually. It’s saying what you have done is very good. While ‘very well’ is saying you did it very well.
How do I stop using very?
So here are some ways to avoid using very and what to use instead:
- Very hard → Grueling (punishing, torturous, demanding)
- Very tired → Drained (zero energy)
- Very thirsty → Parched.
- Very happy → Overjoyed.
- Very excited → Eager.
What is another way to say very bad?
What is another word for very bad?
| critical | grave |
|---|---|
| awful | dreadful |
| appalling | frightful |
| extreme | drastic |
| alarming | distressing |
What is a fancy word for bad?
What is another word for bad?
| terrible | awful |
|---|---|
| dreadful | lousy |
| poor | atrocious |
| cheap | crummy |
| abysmal | horrible |
What can I use instead of Very?
Words to use instead of “very”
| “Very” | Descriptive words |
|---|---|
| Very shy | Timid, bashful, sheepish |
| Very simple | Basic, plain |
| Very angry | Furious, outraged, irate |
| Very bad | Awful, atrocious, unacceptable |
What can I use instead of very good?
Very good – thesaurus
- great. adjective. informal very good, enjoyable, or attractive.
- select. adjective. very good or expensive.
- terrific. adjective. very good or interesting.
- splendid. adjective. formal very impressive, or very good.
- superior. adjective.
- singular. adjective.
- super. adjective.
- grand. adjective.
Is very good or well?
The rule of thumb is that good is an adjective and well is an adverb. Good modifies a noun; something can be or seem good. Well modifies a verb; an action can be done well. However, when you’re talking about health, well can be used as an adjective.
Can we say very well?
Very well is used to say that you agree to do something or you accept someone’s answer, even though you might not be completely satisfied with it. ‘We need proof, sir. ‘ Another pause. Then, ‘Very well.
Is there such a thing as too bad?
TO BAD does not exist, its just bad grammar and spelling. Depending on the context you should usually say: It’s TOO BAD I can’t go away for the holidays this year. OR A: I can’t go tot he party this week-end B: It’s TOO BAD you can’t come because its going to be awesome.
Can you use ‘to’ and ‘bad’ in a sentence?
“to” is a preposition and is rarely used with “bad” unless “bad” is an adjective describing another noun, and not the object of a preposition. For example, “Why do good things happen to bad people?” It’s to bad not too bad. Too mean also or in addition, to means toward or until. Nope.
When do you use ‘to’ and ‘bad’ together?
“to” is a preposition and is rarely used with “bad” unless “bad” is an adjective describing another noun, and not the object of a preposition. For example, “Why do good things happen to bad people?”
Is swearing all the time bad for You?
Swearing doesn’t make you sound as cool as you might think. In his book How Rude! Dr. Alex Packer states: “People who swear all the time are tiresome to listen to.” He adds that a profanity-filled vocabulary “doesn’t allow for the expression of much insight, wit, intelligence, or empathy.