way (EN)

noun, adverb

noun “way”

1. a route or path to get from one location to another
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   The scenic way through the forest takes longer, but it's worth the views.
2. an access point for entering or exiting a location
   The cat found a secret way out of the house through a loose floorboard in the laundry room.
3. a general area or region
   When you travel out our way, make sure to check out the local farmers' market.
4. a specific approach or style of doing something
   He has a funny way of telling stories that always makes everyone laugh.
5. the condition or situation of something or someone
   After the storm passed, the entire town was left in a chaotic way, with debris scattered everywhere.
6. the likelihood or capability of something happening or being done
   Is there any way you could lend me a hand with this project?
7. a chosen mode of action or conduct
   Despite our advice, John was set in his ways and refused to change his daily routine.
8. an extent or level of something
   She was in no way ready to run a marathon.
9. a sarcastic expression of praise for completing a task, often used when the result is negative
   Way to spill the coffee on the new carpet, genius.

adverb “way”

1. significantly or to a great extent
   She was way happier after getting the good news.
2. at a considerable distance
   She threw the ball way farther than I could.