Already

/ɔːlˈrɛdi/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Before the present time; by now.

I have already finished my homework.

Used to indicate that something has happened sooner than expected.

She is already aware of the situation.

At this time; at this point in time.

They are already planning for next year’s event.

As a result of something that has occurred; as it stands.

It's already too late to change the decision.

Old English 'eall', meaning 'all', and 'ræd', meaning 'ready'; combining to form the notion of 'already ready'.

already aware:

Having knowledge or information about something beforehand.

already done:

Indicating that something has been completed.

already known:

Information that is understood or accepted prior to the present moment.

Right now, basically.

Are we there yet? We're already almost there!

It's about time.

You finally called me back, already!