WELL-DONE Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

well-done

adjective

Definition of well-done

as in meticulous

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as in fried

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Recent Examples of well-done Add an additional 2 to 3 minutes for well-done. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 1 Feb. 2026 But Marinaccio disagreed with Marler's opinion that steaks must be cooked well-done. — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 21 Dec. 2025 The hardware is beautiful, the button layout is well-done and ergonomic, despite the large size, and performance has been great. — Brad Bourque, Wired News, 4 Aug. 2025 The battle scene is well-done and scored so perfectly, even The Thing would shed a tear. — Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 27 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for well-done

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Adjective

Across the show’s three seasons, Rodriguez plays Jackie Howard, a New York native who prides herself on organization and meticulous planning.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
Schuler said that is made possible by sourcing good-quality meats from local providers, making meticulous measurements for every meal and preparing the options without so much oil and butter.

— Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of meticulous

Adjective

Fresh herring may be grilled or lightly coated and pan-fried, then served with potatoes and fresh lemon juice or a splash of vinegar.

— Kelly Burch, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026
Foods that are high in fat, fried, greasy, heavily processed, or very rich can sit in the stomach longer and may worsen bloating or nausea while taking a GLP-1 medication.

— Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

Definition of fried

Adjective

Members of the search-and-rescue team who helped save the friends say the area is extremely treacherous and potentially dangerous even in daylight and perfect conditions.

— Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026
There is no perfect way to create player eligibility for a prospect ranking.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of perfect

Adjective

So despite being only slightly older than Penders is now, both men were far more seasoned and polished.

— Matt Pyzdrowski, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Final Thoughts The Qidi Max 4 feels like a machine designed for people who care more about capability, material flexibility, and printing large, functional parts than chasing a perfectly polished consumer-appliance experience.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of polished

Adjective

During the trial, students described a heated exchange over Anthony’s refusal on a rainy spring day to leave a tent that belonged to Metcalf’s team.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Also at the meeting, the discussion about Davis's motion to dissolve the Design Review Board was moved to a later date after some heated discussion.

— Olivia Young, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of heated

Adjective

Hamachi tiradito at Tio Lucho’s A Peruvian take on crudo, this dish features sashimi-thin slices of hamachi paired with fresh peach wedges and charred cherry tomatoes swimming in a bright, milky leche de tigre.

— Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Archaeologists recently uncovered charred wooden beams in Jerusalem dating back roughly 2,600 years — likely remnants of the destruction of Solomon's Temple.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of charred

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