far
adjective
Definitions of far adjective
- B2
used to describe something that is not close, or the part of something that is most distant from a central point or the speaker
The train station isn't far; we can easily get there by walking.
The children ran to the far corner of the room.
The distant mountains appear quite majestic from this perspective.
Phrases of far adjective
- far left/right
Referring to political groups holding very extreme views.
• Supporters of the far-left.
adverb
Definitions of far adverb
distance
- A2
at, to, or from a considerable distance in space or time
How far is it from London to New York?
They moved far away from here.
I saw a familiar figure from far away.
amount
- B2
to a great degree or extent; very much
The food at this restaurant is far better than the one we went to last time.
She is far more experienced in this sport than I am.
The report went far beyond our expectations.
Phrases of far adverb
- far from it
Used to emphasize that something is not true or is the opposite of what has been suggested.
• He is not rich, far from it; in fact, he is quite poor.
- so far so good
Used to indicate that a situation or activity has progressed satisfactorily up to the present moment.
• We've completed the first two stages of the project, and so far so good.
- from far and wide
from many different places; from a wide area.
• Tourists came from far and wide to visit the ancient castle.
- by far
To a very significant degree; clearly and obviously.
• This is by far the best decision I've ever made.
- far from something
Used to indicate that something is not at all the case or is a long way from being true.
• The company's financial situation is far from good.
- so far
Up to the present time; until this moment.
• So far, the project has progressed smoothly.
- as/so far as I know
This phrase is used to indicate that a statement is based on the speaker's limited knowledge of the situation.
• As far as I know, the company is not currently hiring any staff.
- as/so far as I'm concerned
This phrase is used to express a personal opinion or viewpoint about something.
• As far as I'm concerned, I’m willing to buy this phone as long as the price is reasonable.
- as/so far as I can tell
Used to indicate that a statement is based on one's personal observation, understanding, or limited knowledge.
• As far as I can tell, they don't seem interested in this project.
- far be it from/for me to
Used to express that the speaker would certainly not do something, or that it is not appropriate for them to do something.
• Far be it from me to tell you how to live your life.
- far from being/doing something
Used to indicate that something is nearly the opposite of, or contrary to, what is expected.
• Far from being successful, the company is actually facing the risk of bankruptcy.
- go so far as to do something
To be willing to take an extreme action or measure.
• The movie is good, but I wouldn't go so far as to say it's the best ever made.
Idioms
- as far as it goes
Used to indicate that something is acceptable or good to a certain extent but could be improved.
• The report is acceptable as far as it goes, but it needs a more in-depth analysis.
- by far and away
to a very significant degree or extent; by a considerable margin.
• This restaurant has the best food in town by far and away.
- go too far
To act in a manner that is considered excessive or unacceptable, causing offense or irritation.
• His comments started out funny, but then he went too far.
- go far
To achieve great success or advancement in the future.
• She's a very talented young musician, and I believe she will go far.
- be a far cry from something
To be very different from something else; to be not at all similar.
• His current life is a far cry from the dreams he had in his youth.