yes Definition and Meaning in English (yes definition)

interjection
Quick Answer • Definition

Yes definition: An affirmative answer or an expression of agreement or assent.

Definitions of Yes

  1. 1interjection

    An affirmative answer or an expression of agreement or assent.

Example Sentences

casual

“Did you finish your homework? Yes, I did.”

casual

“Yes, I would love to join the party tonight.”

formal

“She nodded, indicating a clear 'yes' to the proposal.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounyes-man
adjectiveyes-or-no

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

say yescollocation

To agree to something or accept a proposal.

yes, pleaseexpression

A polite way to accept an offer or request.

yes, and...expression

An improvisational theatre technique to build on an idea, or to agree and add more information.

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