How To Spell okay?
How to Pronounce okay?
Correct pronunciation for the word "okay" is [ə͡ʊkˈe͡ɪ], [əʊkˈeɪ], [əʊ_k_ˈeɪ].
What are the misspellings for okay?
"Okay" in context
Okay is an auto-antonym (an expression with two opposite meanings) used to express approval or agreement. Its origins date back to the mid-nineteenth century in Scotland where it was common to say "okey dokey" or "okie dokie" to express approval. Today, okay is used in a variety of contexts both formally and informally. In the workplace, okay is generally considered an acceptable way to signify approval or agreement with a decision.
In the informal context, okay is used to express approval or agreement but can also act as a placeholder for a more appropriate wording.
In the informal context, okay is used to express approval or agreement but can also act as a placeholder for a more appropriate wording.
Usage over time for okay:
This graph shows how "okay" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
Synonyms for Okay:
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n.
• praise • agreement • authorization • ratification, validation, proof • agreement, taking • endorsement • good wishes, approval • benediction • signal • okay • permission • warrant -
adj.
• acceptable, satisfactory • allowable • favorable • acceptable • presentable • personable • suitable • popular • reliable • able or deserving of consideration; allowable • excusable -
v.
• subscribe • agree, approve • permit an action • accede • approve, support • support, authorize • agree to • back up information, story • ratify, validate, prove • admit • agree • empower • affirm • ensure • acquiesce -
adv.
• yes
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