On (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of events) planned or scheduled; "the picnic is on, rain or shine"; "we have nothing on for Friday night".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The concert is on for tonight despite the weather forecast.
- We have a meeting on for 2 PM this afternoon.
- The party is on, and everyone is invited.
- The play is on at the local theater all week.
- Their wedding is on for next Saturday at the church.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
In operation or operational; "left the oven on"; "the switch is in the on position".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The lights were left on after the party.
- The stove is still on from dinner last night.
- Please make sure the monitor is on before presenting the slides.
- I think I left the air conditioner on all day by mistake.
- The engine was on but the car wouldn't move.