All right: meaning, definitions and examples

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all right

 

[ ˈɔːl ˈraɪt ]

Adjective / Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adjective

in agreement

Correct; acceptable; satisfactory. Used as a general term of approval.

Synonyms

acceptable, fine, good, okay.

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Word Description / Examples
all right

Used in informal situations to indicate that something is satisfactory but not exceptional. Often used to express agreement or confirmation.

  • The presentation was all right, but it could have been better.
  • Are you all right with this plan?
okay

Used informally to show that something is satisfactory or acceptable. Often used to express agreement or to reassure someone.

  • The movie was okay, not great but not bad either.
  • Are you okay with this arrangement?
fine

Commonly used in informal settings to indicate that something is satisfactory or adequate. It can also express that everything is okay, often with a positive connotation.

  • The weather is fine today.
  • I am fine, thank you for asking.
good

Used in various situations, both formal and informal, to indicate that something is of high quality or satisfactory. It carries a positive connotation.

  • She did a good job on the project.
  • Dinner tastes really good.
acceptable

Used in more formal settings to indicate that something meets standards or norms. Can imply that something is just meeting the minimum requirements.

  • Your report is acceptable, but it needs some improvements.
  • The behavior of the children was acceptable during the event.

Examples of usage

  • Is it all right if I leave early today?
  • She gave me the all right to proceed with the project.
  • Everything is going to be all right in the end.
  • I hope everything turns out all right for you.
  • He assured me that everything would be all right.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a satisfactory manner

In a satisfactory or acceptable manner; without problems.

Synonyms

adequately, satisfactorily, sufficiently, well.

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Word Description / Examples
all right

Used when something is acceptable or adequate, but not necessarily great. It often implies a sense of moderate satisfaction.

  • The movie was all right, but I've seen better.
  • Are you feeling all right?
adequately

Used to describe something that meets the minimum requirements or standards. It's often used in a more formal or technical context.

  • The project was adequately funded.
  • She performed her duties adequately.
satisfactorily

Used when something meets a certain standard or expectation, usually implying a level of contentment. Often used in formal or professional settings.

  • The issue was resolved satisfactorily.
  • She completed the task satisfactorily.
well

Used to describe something done in a good, satisfactory, or thorough manner. It implies a high standard of quality or success.

  • She did well on her test.
  • The team played well in the final.
sufficiently

Used to indicate that something is enough for a particular purpose or to meet a certain need. It can be found in both formal and informal contexts.

  • The instructions were sufficiently clear.
  • He was sufficiently prepared for the exam.

Examples of usage

  • She handled the situation all right.
  • The car seems to be running all right now.
  • He managed to do the job all right.

Translations

Translations of the word "all right" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tudo bem

🇮🇳 सब ठीक है

🇩🇪 alles klar

🇮🇩 baiklah

🇺🇦 все гаразд

🇵🇱 wszystko w porządku

🇯🇵 大丈夫です

🇫🇷 tout va bien

🇪🇸 todo bien

🇹🇷 tamam

🇰🇷 괜찮아요

🇸🇦 كل شيء على ما يرام

🇨🇿 všechno v pořádku

🇸🇰 všetko v poriadku

🇨🇳 一切正常

🇸🇮 v redu

🇮🇸 allt í lagi

🇰🇿 бәрі дұрыс

🇬🇪 ყველაფერი კარგადაა

🇦🇿 hər şey qaydasındadır

🇲🇽 todo bien

Etymology

The phrase 'all right' originated in the 16th century as a variant of the earlier 'all right' meaning 'safe, well, unharmed.' Over time, it evolved to its current usage as a general term of approval or confirmation. The word 'all' emphasizes the completeness or entirety of the situation, while 'right' signifies correctness or acceptability. Today, 'all right' is widely used in English to indicate agreement, approval, or satisfaction.