Synonyms for Very
Definition of very
- adverb
- used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal; "she was very gifted"; "he played very well"; "a really enjoyable evening"; "I'm real sorry about it"; "a rattling good yarn"
- precisely so; "on the very next page"; "he expected the very opposite"
- adjective
- precisely as stated; "the very center of town"
5 synonyms found
Writing tips for "very"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like identical, rattling, real can replace "very" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 5 alternatives available, "very" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Very" in song lyrics
See how very is used in real songs:
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"But moms did the supernatural, very"
Ahmad — Ordinary People -
"Ingredients to track the house, very"
Bomfunk MC's — Other Emcee's -
"mary mary very"
Coolio — Mary Jane (I'm in Love With)