alright
/ɔːlˈɹaɪt/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
Used to indicate acknowledgement or acceptance; OK.
InterjectionRegister: informal
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An expression of happiness.
InterjectionRegister: informal
Examples
Alright! I passed my exam!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “alright” mean?
Used to indicate acknowledgement or acceptance; OK.
Is “alright” formal or informal?
alright is generally informal.