Definitions

right on

[rahyt-on, -awn] / ˈraɪtˈɒn, -ˈɔn /

INTERJECTION

(expressing agreement)

Synonyms

WEAK

absolutely affirmative agreed all right amen assuredly aye beyond a doubt by all means certainly definitely even so exactly fine gladly good good enough granted indubitably just so most assuredly naturally of course okay positively precisely roger sure thing surely true undoubtedly unquestionably very well willingly without fail yea yep

ADJECTIVE

exactly right; relevant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolutely right correct right true

STRONG

current relevant sophisticated up-to-date

Example Sentences

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As she recalls in “Big Time: A Simple Path to Time Abundance,” starting on Jan. 1, she devoted around 10 minutes each day to Tolstoy; she finished the book on Dec. 27, right on schedule.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

"Rainbow Corner is right on our doorstep which is so handy for us even to make it on school on time," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“I’m 31 and I’m also afraid of my knees,” said Oakley, right on cue.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

"I think we're right on the cusp of a total obliteration of diesel trucks as a product category."

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

“Uh-huh, and while the books ain’t completely accurate, a lot of it is right on the money,” Ms. Lena says.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

right on

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