Very well

Adverb

Definitions

1.AdverbUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see very,‎ well.

"She plays very well almost any instrument that you can think of."

2.AdverbUsed to weaken the effect of certain modal verbs.

"It may very well rain this afternoon.; I can't very well talk to you and concentrate on sanding this at the same time."

3.InterjectionIndicating acceptance, often with resignation or acquiescence, of a statement or situation.

"A: I don't want to go today.; B: Very well. Let's go tomorrow, then."

4.InterjectionSynonym of fair enough. (Can we add an example for this sense?)

5.InterjectionA standard response by a superior to a report or confirmation.

"Conning officer: "Rudder amidships."; Helmsman: "Rudder amidships aye! Rudder now amidships."; Conning officer: "Very well.""

6.AdjectiveUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see very,‎ well.

"I'm feeling very well today."

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