alright 1 of 2

adjective

(ˌ)ȯl-ˈrīt How to pronounce alright (audio)
Definition of alrightnext
1
as in OK
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 alright
Adjective
But the bigger takeaway may be the sense that the kids are alright, musically-speaking. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026 When looking for symptoms, anything can become suspect; and when comfort is sought, anything can look alright. — Lauren Michele Jackson, New Yorker, 8 Aug. 2026 The kids are not alright, or even right in the head in Serbian drama 3 Weeks After. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 17 July 2026 Know that things are gonna be alright, and there is definitely a bright future ahead. — Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026 But the kids are alright, too, and several up-and-comers are name-checked as ones to watch. — Max Mathews, New York Times, 9 June 2026 Critics wound up simmering down to 66% fresh on Masters of the Universe but audience seemed to be alright with it at 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a 65% definite recommend. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 June 2026 The first gig was actually alright, but the second and hundred others weren’t. — Marta Balaga, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026 Ware sat down with PEOPLE to discuss the making of Superbloom, making sure Burrows was alright with the sensual nature of its accompanying music videos, how Table Manners has impacted her career and her thoughts on the state of ageism in the music industry. — Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
Though the spacecraft seemed to work alright, the crew got a little snippy during their 11 days in space. — Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 11 Oct. 2026 Matthew McConaughey hopes that Woody Harrelson has a more than alright, alright, alright 65th birthday. — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026 And in new data released this week from the Ronald Reagan Institute, there are very clear warnings that the kids aren’t alright with MAGA. — Philip Elliott, Time, 1 July 2026 Went to Monaco on loan in February and has done alright there. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 26 May 2026 Rushing has spread his good at-bats out alright. — Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026 Both worked alright as a handoff from one to the other, but felt a little slow. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Apr. 2026 But things have gotten a little more uptight than alright with Moy’s family. — Gary Graff, Billboard, 13 Feb. 2026 Robinson Briand says her client is alright after seeking medical care following her release, but the damage is lasting. — Derek James, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alright
  1. OK
  2. safe
  3. fine
  4. yes
  5. definitely
  6. well
  7. good
  8. certainly
Adjective
  • And just remember that ​question for ⁠a couple of days from now, okay?
    — Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The police officer, whose name has not been released, was transported to a Plano hospital with a gunshot wound to the arm and is expected to be okay, officials told CBS News Texas.
    — Briauna Brown, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of OK
Adjective
  • The results help scientists keep nuclear weapons safe and functional without having to set one off.
    — Sarah Scoles, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Recent surveys featured in this newsletter have found Democrats believe more strongly that vaccines are safe and effective, and Republicans are often more skeptical.
    — Amanda Erickson, STAT, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of safe
Adverb
  • Ungrafted vines give this vertical, saline energy, and the tannins are fine-grained.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2026
  • That would have worked out fine when Fochesato tried redeeming his Timeless Ticket for a potential World Series game in 2018, when the Brewers reached the NL Championship Series.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of fine
Adverb
  • Sports account for a major portion of the volume generated by the array of typically yes-or-no question, depending on the platform.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • In August, independent financial economist Lauris Zminsky launched his app Blanket in partnership with Kalshi, an AI engine that can suggest specific yes-or-no markets on the platform that could offset a risk for a specific business.
    — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of yes
Adverb
  • Halloween candy hasn’t even been handed out yet, but Hilary Duff is definitely in a Christmas mood already.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Nolan will, most definitely, be in the running for best director once again, while the likes of Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Samantha Morton, and Robert Pattinson are jostling for position in the various acting races.
    — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of definitely
Adjective
  • Rest assured, all is well with Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold’s Super Bowl ring.
    — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Her roommates, in their graying union suits, seemed happy enough with well water.
    — Claire Carusillo, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of well
Adverb
  • Sixteen candidates are competing for three at-large seats on the Los Angeles Community College District board, with broad agreement that students need more support for basic needs and pathways to good-paying jobs.
    — Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Without long-term federal funding for transportation projects, manufacturing plants and good-paying jobs like these could leave North Carolina entirely.
    — Kevin Blackwell, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of good
Adverb
  • While the iPhone Duo’s software certainly felt much smoother and more fluid than Android alternatives, many of its core features have been available on Samsung or Google phones for years.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026
  • From broader cultural debates, including race and equity, to how the league enforces its rules, there are certainly things the new WNBA commissioner will need to address next season and beyond.
    — Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of certainly

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“Alright.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alright. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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