alright 1 of 2

adjective

(ˌ)ȯl-ˈrīt How to pronounce alright (audio)
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as in okay
being to one's liking an alright movie, but I wouldn't pay to see it again

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as in safe
not exposed to the threat of loss or injury we got the plane's nose back up, and after that we were alright

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alright

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adverb

(ˌ)ȯl-ˈrīt How to pronounce alright (audio)
1
as in fine
in a satisfactory way the audition for the orchestra position seemed to go alright, but one never knows

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as in yes
used to express agreement alright, you can buy me lunch, but next time it's my treat

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as in definitely
without any question she passed the test alright—she had the highest score in the class

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alright
  1. safe
  2. definitely
  3. well
  4. fine
  5. yes
  6. certainly
  7. secure
  8. good
Adjective
  • Once inside the cabinets, think about other ways to keep wine glasses safe.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Fire, emergency, and police services keep us safe and enable protection of our property.
    Marshall Shepherd, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of safe
Adverb
  • The younger promotion is growing fast and Lashley definitely won't be the last who's tempted over.
    Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The metaverse is a good example — maybe everyone eventually starts living online and Roblox’s digital world is still thriving, but the buzz has definitely moved on.
    Evan Clark, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of definitely
Adjective
  • The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.
    Alison Herman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2024
  • In an interview with BBC Radio 4, Wilson’s cousin and bandmate Love, 83, assured fans that all is well, and that the latest legal decisions have not affected their bond.
    Rachel DeSantis, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
Definition of well
Adverb
  • The Boeing Starliner undocked autonomously Sept. 6 and managed to land just fine in New Mexico desert.
    Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
  • It’s said the top three rules of real estate are location, location, location — and the new location of Christmas in the Park’s Jingle Bell Stage at the north end of Plaza de Cesar Chavez is working just fine for Fil Maresca, who’s managing the folks selling beer and wine at the Park Tavern.
    Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of fine
Adverb
  • Below €20,000 yes, but €10,000 remains a stretch in Europe,’ Reers said in the interview.
    Neil Winton, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
  • The answer, legal and political observers say, is yes: Churches can use signs to have a say on amendments.
    Lisa J. Huriash, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2024
Definition of yes
Adverb
  • His time with Bedard is certainly over, for now at least.
    Mark Lazerus, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
  • While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of certainly
Adjective
  • The committees aim to establish secure aid convoys, which often face challenges such as looting, hoarding and profiteering in their efforts to deliver humanitarian supplies to Palestinians facing the risk of famine.
    Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
  • It’s fitted with a fuzzy pink hood that adds an extra layer of insulation, while two zippered front pockets are a secure place to store your phone and wallet on the go.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of secure
Adverb
  • Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 May 2024
  • Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.
    Steven Aquino, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
Definition of good
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