as well

phrase

1

: in addition : also

there were other features as well

2

: to the same extent or degree : as much

open as well to the poor as to the rich

3

: with equivalent, comparable, or more favorable effect

might just as well have stayed home

Examples of as well in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The area will reach near-record highs on some days this week as well. — Michael Autovino, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

The city’s real estate frenzy has spilled over into the rental market, as well. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026

Fans can expect performances spanning symphony orchestras, ballet, jazz, opera and theater as well as events with libraries, bookstores, coffee shops, yogurt/ice cream shops and more. — Maria Sherman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

The size alone does half of the job, but his strong hands and route-running ability showed up as well, even in a light-work setting like that one. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for as well

• barbell
• bedwell
• befell
• bluebell
• bombshell
• bridewell
• capelle
• cartel
• carvel
• clamshell
• cogswell
• compel