far
- 01 A1 Beginner
adv.at, to, or from a great distance in space or time.
adv.to, at, or from a considerable distance in space or time.
Simple“How far is the nearest train station from here?”
In context“The explorers travelled far into the uncharted wilderness, eventually losing all contact with the base camp for several weeks.”
UsageOften used in questions with 'how' or in negative sentences; in positive statements, 'a long way' is often preferred in speech.
- 02 A2 Elementary
adv.very much; used to emphasize a difference.
adv.by a considerable margin or degree; frequently used as an intensifier for comparative adjectives and adverbs.
Simple“This new laptop is far better than my old one.”
In context“The initial estimates for the project were far lower than the actual costs incurred during the construction phase.”
UsageTypically precedes a comparative adjective or adverb like 'better', 'faster', or 'more'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 A1 Beginner
adj.a long way away in space or time.
adj.remote in space, time, or relation.
Simple“He dreamed of travelling to far countries across the ocean.”
In context“The lighthouse was visible on the far horizon, blinking rhythmically against the darkening sky.”
UsageCommonly used in the phrase 'the far side' or 'the far end'.
- 04 B1 Intermediate
adj.the more distant of two things.
adj.being the more distant or remote of two or more items or sides.
Simple“The bathroom is at the far end of the hallway on the left.”
In context“The hikers finally reached the far side of the valley just as the sun began to set behind the peaks.”
UsageUsually placed before the noun it modifies.
Usage far away · far less · far too