Definitions

yes

[yes] / yɛs /

ADVERB

expresses affirmation or agreement

Synonyms

STRONG

affirmative amen fine good okay true yea

WEAK

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

Antonyms

WEAK

disagreed

Example Sentences

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The number of rockets going into space is, yes, skyrocketing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

While many other brilliant minds said yes to investing, he declined.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The answer, she decided, was a resounding yes.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

“People are asking me, ‘Can we still apply?,’ and I think the most important thing is, yes, people can still apply for a green card within the United States if they’re eligible.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

“Yes, yes, fine,” I answer, but I’m smiling.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

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