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Fine

UK /["/faɪn/"]/US /["/faɪn/"]/

Definition

in good health

In simple words: Okay or good; no problems.

Examples

  • The weather today is just fine for a picnic.
  • She gave a fine performance in the school play.
  • Everything will be fine if we work together.
  • I received a fine for parking in the wrong place.
  • He was fine with the decision to move to another city.

Usage notes

Use 'fine' in everyday conversation when something is acceptable or satisfactory. It can be both positive and neutral. Avoid using it in very formal contexts or when discussing serious issues.

Grammar pattern

fine + object (to describe condition)

Memory hint

Sounds like 'find' — if something is fine, you found it acceptable.

Collocations

  • be
  • feel
  • look
  • absolutely
  • completely
  • physically
  • be
  • look
  • seem
  • absolutely
  • completely
  • just
  • for
  • be
  • look
  • seem
  • absolutely
  • completely
  • just
  • for
  • be
  • turn out
  • keep
  • be
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very

Synonyms

  • delicate
  • subtle

Antonyms

  • poor
  • bad
  • terrible

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'find' — make sure to use 'fine' for quality.
  • Using 'fine' instead of 'fined' when referring to a penalty.
  • 'Fine' is often overused; sometimes a stronger word is better.