Good vs. Well
The word good is an adjective while well is an adverb answering the question how. Using the incorrect one will either change the meaning of your sentence or make you sound ignorant.
Examples
You did a good job cleaning your room.
Good describes the job.
You did the cleaning job well.
Well answers how.
You smell good.
Describes your odor, not how you smell with your nose, so follow with the adjective.
You smell well for someone who is sick.
You are actively smelling with a nose here so follow with the adverb.
When referring to health, always use well.
Examples
I do not feel well.
You do not look well.
Try It!
In the following sentences, select the appropriate word.
1. She looks (good/well) today with her new outfit.
2. I am feeling (good/well) today, a lot better than I felt yesterday.
3. How are you today? I am (good/well).
4. He did (good/well) on the test.
5. We hope to do (good/well) at the yard sale next weekend.