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

There are also concepts for eliminating some of the 300-level seating and building a bar, as well as updating the club-level seating. — Jason Quick, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Coaching at one’s alma mater is a growing trend in Georgia’s high school ranks as well. — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 20 July 2026

Might as well own it outright and reap the benefits instead of just selling it more whiskey. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 19 July 2026

The Sandpiper hosts weekly nature walks through their gardens as well as barbecues and cocktail parties. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 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