A-OK

adjective

ˌā-(ˌ)ō-ˈkā How to pronounce A-OK (audio)
Definition of A-OKnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind rated by his colleagues as an A-OK investigative reporter

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Recent Examples of A-OK Consuming too much vitamin A and iron is not necessarily A-OK either. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Any assaulter of mine spending less time on the field is A-OK, though. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for A-OK
  1. excellent
  2. awesome
  3. wonderful
  4. great
  5. terrific
  6. lovely
  7. superb
  8. fine
Adjective
  • His 28-yard touchdown reception from Sam Darnold late in the second quarter beat Delane, who had excellent position.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The biggest key for the Brewers in this game is to see if their bullpen can keep their excellent pitching alive.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • The soups are incredible, the variety of pastas is awesome, and the entrées are varied and filling.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • This training staff’s awesome, and all the guys really like this training staff.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of awesome
Adjective
  • An itinerary of hikes, wine tastings, and a sunset cruise offering incredible views of the Santa Barbara coastline is a wonderful way to end the day, while a cozy house with a garden will add to everyone’s enjoyment.
    — Vogue, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The improbable evening turned into a moving tribute to both Capra himself and his tale of the suicidal banker George Bailey, who comes to realize that his life has indeed been wonderful.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • L3Harris claims its design can deliver greater range and speed than existing systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Tarantino revealed the most personally meaningful piece of casting in a film filled with great performances — including supporting turns by multiple actors (Austin Butler, Mikey Madison, Sydney Sweeney) who have blown up in the seven years since.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of great
Adjective
  • Mainly notable for its high-octane car chases and terrific stunt work, the film should, like most of Neeson’s recent efforts, find its biggest audiences on streaming and cable.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Our review praised the terrific gunplay, tense matches, and incredible graphics.
    — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • Montserrat Collection Residence Set within a 1930s French-style building, this lovely home features contemporary Argentine art and mid-century design.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026
  • But Mi-ok is game to be interviewed, and her words spring to life in wistfully lovely flashbacks.
    — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • As for Hüller, this is another superb performance in a series of them in recent years.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Jansen then trapped Travis Head lbw for 14 after a review and Simon Harmer took a superb catch at gully to send back Marnus Labuschagne (14) with Australia reduced to 45-4 in 14 overs.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • As a Relais & Chateaux property, fine dining takes center stage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The two designers have launched a collaboration featuring 18-karat yellow gold and diamond button studs and collar tips created for Savas’ signature Allen denim shirt, bringing together fine jewelry craftsmanship and American workwear.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of fine

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