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Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial already has 1 sense
  1. already - prior to a specified or implied time; "she has already graduated"
    Antonyms:
    not yet

Definitions from the Web

Already


Description:

Already is an adverb that indicates that something has happened, been done, or existed before a specific point in time. It can be used to express completion, surprise, or impatience.

Examples:

Adverb:

  1. The movie has already started, so we should hurry if we want to catch the beginning.
  2. I have already eaten dinner, but thank you for inviting me.

Usage as Completion:

  1. She has already finished her homework and now she can relax.
  2. They have already packed their bags; they are ready to leave.

Usage as Surprise:

  1. Has it been ten years already? Time flies!
  2. He's already a millionaire at such a young age.

Usage as Impatience:

  1. Are you ready yet? We should have left already.
  2. I've told you already, no means no!

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