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adjective
- 1. in keeping with fashionable liberal or left-wing opinions and values: informal, derogatory "the right-on music press"
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The meaning of RIGHT ON is exactly correct —often used interjectionally to express agreement. How to use right on in a sentence.
1. slang, mainly US and Canadian. an exclamation of full agreement, concurrence, or compliance with the wishes, words, or actions of another. adjective right-on. 2. informal. modern, fashionable, and socially aware or relevant. right-on green politics. Collins English Dictionary.
An exclamation of enthusiasm or encouragement, as in You've said it really well—right on! This interjection has a disputed origin. Some believe it comes from African-American slang (it was recorded in Odum and Johnson's The Negro and His Songs , 1925); others feel it is a shortening of right on target , used by military airmen, or right on ...
1. An indication of support, enthusiasm, agreement, or encouragement. A: "I got the job!" B: "Hey, right on, man! That's great news." A: "I was thinking we could go for burritos for lunch." B: "Right on, that sounds good to me." 2. Exactly right; perfectly accurate. Mr. Lynch's analysis of the company is right on, if you ask me.
1. If you describe something as right on, you mean that it is extremely good. [...] 2. You say right on to encourage someone or to emphasize that you agree with them. [...] More. Definitions of 'right on!' Slang. precisely! exactly! that's right! an exclamation of approval or encouragement [...] More. Definitions of 'right-on' Slang.
Definition of right-on adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. Conforming with or conformable to justice, law, or morality: do the right thing and confess. 2. In accordance with fact, reason, or truth; correct: the right answer. 3. Fitting, proper, or appropriate: It is not right to leave the party without saying goodbye. 4. Most favorable, desirable, or convenient: the right time to act. 5.
