Synonyms for

Alright

Verb / ˌɔ:ˈlraɪt / Another word for alright — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

satisfactory; in a satisfactory manner

Synonyms & similar words

allright verywell okay fine ok okay satisfactory acceptable fine good decent tolerable passable adequate reasonable fair moderate middling so-so OK standard usual commonplace

Synonyms by register

Formal

satisfactory acceptable adequate fine

Informal

okay fine good cool no problem

Literary

well sound

Antonyms

bad poorly unsatisfactory unacceptable inadequate terrible awful

Common collocations

  • alright then
  • alright, let's go
  • is that alright
  • alright with me
  • alright, you win
  • alright, alright
  • all alright

Word family

adjective alright
adverb alright

Usage note

While widely used and understood, 'alright' is considered informal by some and is often discouraged in formal writing in favor of 'all right'. However, its usage is becoming increasingly accepted.

Example sentences

  1. I did alright on my math test.
  2. The food was alright but not my favorite.
  3. She said she was feeling alright after the cold.
  4. The weather is alright today for a picnic.
  5. The party was alright, but it could have been better.

Quotes

  • 'It's alright to have butterflies in your stomach, just get them to fly in formation.' - Rob Gilbert
  • 'It's alright to do the things you don't know how to do. It's alright to take chances.' - Bob Ross
  • 'It's alright to be little bitty.' - Alan Jackson

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