hunky dory

Definition

Satisfactory, fine.

Etymology

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

Example Sentences

• "Now that I’ve found my missing book, everything’s hunky-dory again."
• "It was no easy job, I can tell you. We worked like beavers to get the cave the way we wanted it; but when it was done, it was what you may call hunky-dory."
• "But you just go on lovin' him, and leanin' on his judgement—he's no fool—and you'll be all hunky-dory."