Yes

noun

/jɛs/

Word Frequency: 96.3

Definitions

1.nounAn affirmative expression; an answer that shows agreement or acceptance.

"Was that a yes?"

2.nounA vote of support or in favor/favour of something.

"The workers voted on whether to strike, and there were thirty "yeses" and one "no"."

3.verbTo agree with, affirm, approve.

"Did he yes the veto?"

4.verbTo attempt to flatter someone by habitually agreeing

5.interjectionUsed to express pleasure, joy, or great excitement.

"Our second goal of the match! Yes!"

6.interjectionResponse that confirms that the user is paying attention.

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