okay

/ˈoʊˈkeɪ/
/əʊˈkeɪ/
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Other forms: okayed; okays; okaying

Definitions of okay
  1. adjective
    being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
    “things are okay”
    synonyms: all right, fine, hunky-dory, o.k., ok
    satisfactory
    giving satisfaction
  2. adverb
    in a good or acceptable way
    “she'll do okay on her own”
    synonyms: O.K., all right, alright
  3. verb
    give sanction to
    synonyms: O.K., approve, sanction
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    sanction
    give religious sanction to, such as through on oath
    visa
    approve officially
    back, endorse, indorse, plump for, plunk for, support
    be behind; approve of
    confirm
    support a person for a position
    guarantee, warrant
    stand behind and guarantee the quality, accuracy, or condition of
    champion, defend
    protect or fight for as a champion
    type of:
    authorise, authorize, clear, pass
    grant authorization or clearance for
  4. noun
    a show of acceptance or approval
    synonyms: O.K., OK, okeh, okey
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    type of:
    countenance, endorsement, imprimatur, indorsement, sanction, warrant
    formal and explicit approval
  5. interjection
    used to express that something is good or acceptable
Pronunciation
US
/ˈoʊˈkeɪ/
UK
/əʊˈkeɪ/
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