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

And if Democrats take the Senate as well on Tuesday, party-line legislation to circumvent the filibuster should be on the table, Casar said. — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026

The property is also home to two villas, both of which overlook the on-site golf course, as well as 14 suites within the Spa Mansion. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026

The citizens of Chicago should demand that any person seeking the privilege to govern our city should demonstrate both the respect for the opinions of its residents, as well as a vision for reinvigorated methods of governing our city. — Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

This permitting bill is bad news for manatees, as well as Florida’s fiscal and environmental health. — Elizabeth Neville, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 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