■ adverb
1》 absolutely; completely.
↘ US very; really.
2》 fairly; moderately.
3》 W. Indian all the way.
■ exclamation (also ~ so ) expressing agreement.
Phrases
~ a —— a remarkable or impressive (person or thing).
~ a lot (or a bit ) a considerable number or amount.
~ some a considerable amount of.
Origin
ME: from the obs. adjective ~ , var. of quit .