Main Entry: ¹yes

Pronunciation: \ˈyes\

Function: adverb

Etymology: Middle English, from Old English gēse

Date: before 12th century

1 —used as a function word to express assent or agreement <are you ready? Yes, I am>
2 —used as a function word usually to introduce correction or contradiction of a negative assertion or direction <don't say that! Yes, I will>
3 —used as a function word to introduce a more emphatic or explicit phrase
4 —used as a function word to indicate uncertainty or polite interest or attentiveness