Why not very?
The term “very” is subjective Very human is different from very animal. Very tall is different from very short. Very happy is different from very angry. Very tired is different from very awake. Very satisfied is different from very dissatisfied. There are many different ways to describe something as being “very” something, and it is the writer’s job to determine which meaning of “very” is most appropriate for the piece and the audience.
Why not very bad?
Sometimes, good things are bad. Sometimes, bad things are good. The great thing about the human mind is that we can make choices about how to think about something. If something is bad, we can choose to think about it as being good. If something is good, we can choose to think about it as being bad.
Why not very funny?
We’re not saying that the world is not full of funny people – it most definitely is! But the fact that comedians can make us laugh doesn’t mean that they are the only ones who can do it. There are plenty of situations in life where a little levity would be nice, but a comedian’s job is not to make us all feel a little lighter. They have to be able to find the funny in situations that are inherently not funny.
Why not very happy?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 6% of Americans are “extremely satisfied” with their lives. If you’re among them, you’re not alone. Those who aren’t content with their lives are more likely to have depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. Even if you’re happy with your life in other ways, you may still be struggling with issues and looking for ways to improve it.
Why not very good?
The best way to describe a very good writer is one whose writing is clear, direct, and easy to understand. They write with an economy of words, using short sentences and lots of white space. They avoid jargon, repetition, and passive voice (the use of the word “is” instead of “are”). They use lots of powerful verbs and concrete nouns.