Definition of Okay

1. Noun. An endorsement. "They gave us the O.K. to go ahead"

Exact synonyms: O.k., Ok, Okeh, Okey
Generic synonyms: Countenance, Endorsement, Imprimatur, Indorsement, Sanction, Warrant
Derivative terms: O.k., O.k.

2. Verb. Give sanction to. "I approve of his educational policies"
Exact synonyms: Approve, O.k., Sanction
Generic synonyms: Authorise, Authorize, Clear, Pass
Specialized synonyms: Sanction, Visa, Back, Endorse, Indorse, Plump For, Plunk For, Support, Confirm
Derivative terms: Approbation, Approbative, Approval, Approver, O.k., Ok, Sanction
Antonyms: Disapprove

3. Adjective. Being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition. "Another minute I'd have been fine"
Exact synonyms: All Right, Fine, Hunky-dory, O.k., Ok
Language type: Colloquialism
Similar to: Satisfactory

4. Adverb. In a satisfactory or adequate manner. "Held up all right under pressure"
Exact synonyms: All Right, Alright, O.k.
Language type: Colloquialism

Definition of Okay

1. to approve [v -ED, -ING, -S] - See also: approve

Lexicographical Neighbors of Okay

Ojibwa
ojibway
Ojibway
ojime
ojimes
Ojos del Salado
OK
oka
okadaic acid
okadaic acid-sensitive phosphatase
okapi
Okapia
Okapia johnstoni
okapis
okas
okay (current term)
okayed
okaying
okays
Okazaki
Okazaki fragment
Okazaki fragments
oke
Okeechobee
Okefenokee Swamp
okeh
okehs
Oken
Okenfuss
okenite

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