Well-off definition

wĕlôf, -ŏf

Well-to-do.

adjective

In fortunate circumstances.

adjective

In a favorable or fortunate condition or circumstance.

adjective

Prosperous; well-to-do.

adjective

Alternative spelling of well off.

He was expecting a large inheritance from a well-off aunt.

adjective

Of a person, being in fortunate circumstances, especially having financial security.

He is very well off as a result of his illegal money-making activities.

adjective

Of any item, in a good position or circumstance.

The house was well off for spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.

adjective

Other Word Forms

Base Form:

well-off

Comparative:

Superlative:

off circumstanced probably from the phrase to come well off to emerge from in good circumstances

From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition