Alison

American

[al-uh-suhn] / ˈæl ə sən /

noun

a first name, form of Alice.

alison British

/ ˈælɪsən /

noun

another name for sweet alyssum
a rare compact annual, Alyssum alyssoides, having small yellow flowers: family Brassicaceae (crucifers)

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Etymology

Origin of alison

altered from _alyssum

Example Sentences

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And Variety's Alison Herman said the show is "never not entertaining" but now "feels like entertaining but disjointed fan fiction".

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

“Both Marshmello and Alison Wonderland share a genuine passion for Pokémon that extends beyond the stage, making this collaboration a natural celebration of the fandom.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Inspired by Alison Roman’s knack for giving pork chops real presence — the kind that demands a proper sear and a little attention — I started there.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

Alison Sider writes about airlines and air travel from The Wall Street Journal’s Chicago bureau.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Near him was Lady Constance with her women and little Alison.

From "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli

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