, in assenting or agreeing also ˈō-ˌkā\
Definition of OK
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OK
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Synonyms & Antonyms for OK
Synonyms: Adverb or adjective
agreeable, all right, alright, copacetic (also copasetic), ducky, fine, good, hunky-dory, jake [slang], palatable, satisfactory
Synonyms: Noun
approbation, approval, blessing, favor, imprimatur
Synonyms: Verb
accredit, approbate, approve, authorize, clear, confirm, finalize, formalize, homologate, ratify, sanction, warrant
Antonyms: Adverb or adjective
Antonyms: Noun
disapprobation, disapproval, disfavor
Antonyms: Verb
decline, deny, disallow, disapprove, negative, reject, turn down, veto
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Examples of OK in a Sentence
Noun
We need her OK on this before we place the order. The boss gave his okay.Verb
The boss needs to OK this before we place the order. a judge will have to OK the search warrant
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