right on


right on

adj

Definition of RIGHT ON

1
: exactly correct —often used interjectionally to express agreement
2
usually right–on : attuned to the spirit of the times

Examples of RIGHT ON

  1. Her assessment of the situation was right on.
  2. one of the right-on people

First Known Use of RIGHT ON

1925

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