right at

adverb
UK: /ˌraɪt ˈæt/
US: /ˌraɪt ˈæt/

  1. Immediately; without any delay.

    1. I need you to start working right at eight. [ ] [ ]
    2. They began working right at the moment the meeting concluded, determined to meet the deadline. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

immediately instantly exactly precisely
right at preposition

  1. Exactly at or very near a specific place or time.

    1. The store is right at the corner. [ ] [ ]
    2. The accident occurred right at the intersection, causing significant traffic delays. [ ] [ ]

  2. Directed or aimed precisely at something.

    1. He pointed the camera right at me. [ ] [ ]
    2. The archer aimed right at the bullseye, demonstrating incredible skill and precision. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "right at" is /ˌraɪt ˈæt/ in British English and /ˌraɪt ˈæt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "right at": immediately, instantly, exactly, precisely.

Example usage of "right at": "I need you to start working right at eight.". More examples on the page.