Definitions

already

[awl-red-ee] / ɔlˈrɛd i /

ADVERB

before expected time

Synonyms

STRONGEST

before earlier once previously then

WEAK

as of now at present before now but now by now by that time by the time mentioned by then by this time even now formerly heretofore in the past just now now up to now

Antonyms

STRONGEST

later

Example Sentences

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Already, it is playing out in real time.

From Slate • May 22, 2026

Already bursting with passion to be world-premiering his directorial debut, “Propeller One-Way Night Coach,” Travolta was moved to tears.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Already a household name in her native Bulgaria, pop singer Dara secured her place on the international stage by winning Eurovision with her infectious song "Bangaranga", which aims to show "everything is possible".

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Already the high profitability has encouraged heavy capital spending.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Already on his feet, John got there first.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye

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