Phrase guide

be down with

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To be alright, okay, or in agreement with; approve of; stand for; to accept as good, right, or preferred.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

Qualifier: slang or African-American Vernacular

Examples

  • I am not down with you children bullying and disrespecting one another, so cut it out!
  • She can come into the VIP lounge, it's alright, because she's down with us.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: chaud — Translations
  • French: partant — Translations
  • Spanish: estar de acuerdo con — Translations