Pronunciation

/ˌoʊˈkeɪ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Acceptable, satisfactory, or good; expressing agreement or consent. For example: “The teacher said the essay was okay.”
• Adverb: Used to indicate acceptance, agreement, or permission. For example: “Okay, you can go now.”
• Noun: An expression of assent or acceptance. For example: “A nod is as good as a ‘yes’ in this context; a simple okay will do.”
• Interjection: Used to express assent, agreement, or to acknowledge something. For example: “Okay, let’s get started.”

Phrases

• “Be okay with something”: To accept or be satisfied with something. Example: “I’m okay with staying in tonight.”
• “Okay then”: Used to confirm agreement or acceptance of a situation or suggestion. Example: “If that’s what you want, okay then.”
• “Okay, but…”: Acknowledging a point while introducing a counterpoint or reservation. Example: “Okay, but we need to leave early tomorrow.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The weather today is just okay, not great.”
• Adverb: “I’m feeling a bit down, but I’ll manage, okay?”
• Noun: “We’re still waiting on his final okay before proceeding.”
• Interjection: “Okay, everyone, gather around for the meeting.”

Synonyms

• Alright
• All right
• Fine
• Good
• Approved
• Fair enough
• Sure
• Agreed
• Affirmative