It isn’t on Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Colloquial Nuance Used in a casual conversation, often to express that something is unjust or unethical. He took credit for your idea? That isn't on! Pro Tip 2/3Mild Disapproval Expresses a light form of disapproval, not severe but clear enough to voice dissatisfaction. She skipped the queue - it just isn't on. Pro Tip 3/3British Phrase Especially common in British English and might not be well understood elsewhere. Bullying in the workplace? I tell you, it isn't on.