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
  • See the full list of the safest nations, according to its survey, at bhtp.com.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Federal and state firefighting efforts are operating from the air as long as wind conditions permit safe flights.
    Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of safe
Adverb
  • These cherry ones will definitely perk up your utensil drawer.
    Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 1 Jan. 2025
  • And definitely take advantage of Hotel Ranga’s Northern Lights wake-up call.
    Rebecca Deurlein, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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
  • Things, of course, have worked out just fine for the 31-year-old veteran.
    Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Do not feel pressured to purchase a label maker, creating handwritten labels using tape can work just fine, Glibberman explains.
    Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of fine
Adverb
  • If the answer is yes, NPR wants to hear your stories.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Below €20,000 yes, but €10,000 remains a stretch in Europe,’ Reers said in the interview.
    Neil Winton, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of yes
Adverb
  • The potential differences, even after trades, almost certainly will not be large enough to sway Sasaki.
    Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
  • But as recipes like Lobster Mac and Cheese Casserole and Macaroni and Cheese with Cashew Cream and Broccoli prove, kids at heart (aka adults like us) can—and should—certainly enjoy mac meals, too.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of certainly
Adjective
  • What is the best way to stay private, secure and anonymous while browsing the web?
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • Authorities say the checkpoints are necessary to keep the area safe and secure.
    Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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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