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 move attracted criticism from former presidents Barack Obama and George W Bush, as well as billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates. — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Of course, when training in heat and humidity, staying hydrated is critical as well as attempts to stay as cool as possible when training during hot temperatures. — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

The statement is for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern Monterey Bay and Big Sur as well as San Francisco County. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Ian Williamson, dean of the business school, said the new federal policy played a role in the decision as well as student scheduling preferences. — Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 6 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