Phrase guide

hunky dory

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

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Pronunciation

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  • Received-Pronunciation: hŭng'kidôʹri
  • Received-Pronunciation: /ˌhʌŋkiˈdɔːɹi/
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adj

Meaning 1

Satisfactory, fine.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • Now that I’ve found my missing book, everything’s hunky-dory again.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: alright, fine, tickety-boo, right as rain

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

American English, 1860s. From hunky (“in good condition”, “safe and sound”) + dory (origin and meaning unknown).

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Polish: cacy — informal way to say satisfactory