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Definition all right in American English

all right adjective, adverb

adjective, adverb
Example

Chicago's all right, but I'd rather live in New York.

Example

My teacher is all right, but she doesn't really listen to me.

Synonyms and related words
satisfactory adequate fine
1.1

very good or nice

Example

"What's the new guy like?" "He's all right!"

Synonyms and related words
cushdy great select
Example

Did the party go all right?

Example

My brother was unemployed for years but he's doing all right now .

Synonyms and related words
successful leading thriving
3

used for saying that you will allow someone to do something, or you do not mind if they do it

Example

It's all right to skip some questions.

Example

Is it all right if I open the window?

Example

"Is it all right with you if I bring a friend?" "Yeah, that's all right by me!"

Synonyms and related words
yes of course certainly
4

not hurt or sick

Example

You look terrible. Are you all right?

Example

The car's wrecked, but he's all right.

Synonyms and related words
healthy well fit unharmed unhurt unscathed
5

used for making someone feel less worried or upset

Example

It's all right. I'm here.

Example

Don't cry. Everything's going to be all right.

Synonyms and related words
don’t worry cheer up forget it
6

used for admitting that something is true, especially when this is not the most important fact in a situation

Example

He's attractive all right, but he's not that bright.

Synonyms and related words
true admittedly sure
Definition all right in American English