verb

1. To encounter, discover; to come upon.

   “Turning the corner, I came on Julia sitting by the riverbank.”

2. To appear on a stage or in a performance.

   “I think he's coming on too late after my line.”

3. To appear on a television broadcast.

   “I was going to turn off the TV, but my favorite show came on.”

interjection

1. Come along with me; join me in going.

   “I'll show you where the auditorium is. Come on!”

2. An expression of encouragement.

   “Come on, George! You can win!”

3. An expression of disbelief.

   “Come on! You can't possibly expect me to believe that.”

Synonyms: c'mon, come off it, get out of here, c'mon, carn

noun

1. Something intended to attract, as in an advertisement.

   “The free offers are just come-ons to get you in the store so the sales staff can work on you.”

2. A statement or sometimes action reflecting sexual or romantic interest.

   “I thought he'd asked me to lunch to discuss business; I wasn't expecting a come-on.”

3. A bad actor whose talents do not extend far beyond walking onto the stage.