yes
|yes|
A1
/jɛs/
affirmation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'yes' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'gēse,' where 'gē' meant 'so' and 'sē' meant 'be it.'
Historical Evolution
'gēse' transformed into the Middle English word 'yes,' and eventually became the modern English word 'yes.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'so be it,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'affirmation or agreement.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an affirmative answer or decision.
The proposal received a unanimous yes from the board.
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Verb 1
to give an affirmative response to something.
She yessed her way through the interview.
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Interjection 1
used to express affirmation, agreement, or consent.
Yes, I will attend the meeting.
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