already

UK /ɔːlˈɹɛdi/ US /ɔːlˈɹɛdi/
adv 5

Definitions

adv

1

Prior to some specified time, either past, present, or future; by this time; previously.

I was surprised that she hadn’t already told me the news.

Much of what he said I knew already.

2

So soon.

Are you quitting already?

3

An intensifier used to emphasize impatience or express exasperation.

I wish they'd finish already, so we can get going.

Enough already!

4

Indicates the completion of an action (whether past or hypothetical), or more generally, perfective aspect.

You frame the picture for me already anot?

“Yah, I sign already,” my mother replied.

5

Marks a change in state, more or less in the same manner as the inchoative aspect.

I don’t think he can take it already.

Your ice cream is melting already.

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