ay
/aɪ/
adverb
- Yes; used to express agreement or affirmation, especially in voting or nautical contexts.
- When the vote was called, the ayes had it, and the proposal passed.
- All in favor of the motion, say 'ay'.
- The captain asked if the crew was ready, and they shouted 'Ay, sir!'
Antonyms
interjection
- Used to express surprise, pain, or distress (often spelled 'ay' or 'aye').
- Ay, that hurt! I stubbed my toe on the table.
- Ay me, I forgot my keys inside the locked car.
- Ay, what a beautiful sunset that is!