far

When used to describe distance, "far" is more common in negative sentences (e.g., "It isn't far") or questions ("Is it far?"). In positive statements, English speakers often prefer using "a long way" instead. When used as an adverb of degree to mean "considerably," it is typically placed before a comparative adjective, such as "far more expensive" or "far better." Be careful not to confuse "far" with "faraway." While "far" can be an adjective, "faraway" is specifically used only as an adjective before a noun (e.g., "a faraway land").