okay — satisfactory but not especially good; acceptable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: satisfactory but not especially good; acceptable
Pronunciation (IPA): /oʊˈkeɪ/
Example Sentences
- My mom asked if I cleaned my room, and I said 'Okay!' even though it still looks like a tornado hit it.
- The wifi is okay, but it's slower than my grandmother walking upstairs.
- Are you okay with meeting at 3 PM?
okay
ADJECTIVE[/oʊˈkeɪ/]
satisfactory but not especially good; acceptable
a customer takes a bite of their sandwich and gives a neutral shoulder shrug to the server waiting nearby. The customer's facial expression shows mild satisfaction but no excitement or enthusiasm. The server nods understandingly as the customer gives a thumbs-up gesture that lacks energy. Other diners in the background eat their meals with similarly moderate reactions. The food looks decent but unremarkable on simple plates. something that is satisfactory but not especially good or impressive
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“My mom asked if I cleaned my room, and I said 'Okay!' even though it still looks like a tornado hit it.”
“The wifi is okay, but it's slower than my grandmother walking upstairs.”
“Are you okay with meeting at 3 PM?”
“It's okay to make mistakes when learning English.”
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