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 Rob Middleton, associate research scientist of mechanical engineering at the University of Michigan who was not involved in the research, said the study was well-done. — Alexa St. John, Fortune, 16 July 2026 If the show still has some of those deep investigations then bringing in creators to do — hopefully well-done and polished — softer pieces could be OK. — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026 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 Cena’s most recent SmackDown promo about his own peers who couldn’t let go of the wrestling business was poignant and well-done. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-done

Adjective

The Homeric text is full of transformations, shape-shifting and super-speed, alongside meticulous labor and elaborate rites; the movie is neither dazzling nor precise.

— Caroline Mimbs Nyce, New Yorker, 17 July 2026
Later this evening, however, the moon slips into the meticulous and methodical sign of Virgo, which, in turn, grounds the atmosphere.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

Definition of meticulous

Adjective

But open the Rocket Stop doors, and the smell of seasoned, fried catfish cooked to order distinguishes this gas station from convenience stores in which hot food offerings are typically just hot dogs on roller grills.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
The dessert is made of McDonald's signature apple filling and a golden, fried crust.

— Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

Definition of fried

Adjective

Despite Clarity’s choppy obstacle course, the tedious and frustrating tradition of counting votes and lining up bipartisan yeahs, Member by Member, is a tactic the crypto industry has time to employ and perfect.

— Cleve Mesidor, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The dinner theme is Paris, which is perfect for Joy, or at least should be.

— Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026

Definition of perfect

Adjective

Lobster enchiladas come with salsa roja, queso fresco, and lime crema; pan-roasted salmon is accompanied by gluten-free peanut noodles and cucumber salad spiked with nuoc cham (a Vietnamese dipping sauce).

— Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
The tequila shrimp empanadas disappear quickly, while the huitlacoche quesadilla folds Oaxaca cheese, mushrooms, roasted corn, and salsa macha crema into something deeper and earthier than most Midtown menus bother attempting.

— Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Definition of roasted

Adjective

But after choosing to skip the team’s upcoming July 23 White House visit celebrating their 2026 World Series title, the utility veteran found himself at the center of a heated political debate.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
The rivalry between New York and Florida — and California and Florida, too — has also become heated as the wealthy have publicly criticized blue states and announced their decisions to relocate.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 21 July 2026

Definition of heated

Adjective

Young was flawless until the final hole, his tee shot finding a pot bunker.

— Doug Ferguson, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026
The Spaniards have taken the air out of the balls, played keep-away, erected a flawless defensive fortress, and hijacked tournament brackets from far more direct teams like France and England.

— Filip Bondy, New York Daily News, 19 July 2026

Definition of flawless

Adjective

As the high heat starts rendering fats and oils from broiled meats, the juices are channeled away and fall into a drip tray through a series of holes.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2025
The combination of broiled eggplant, miso glaze and bubu abare (crispy rice crackers) rivals everything else on the menu.

— Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 31 July 2025

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