peachy-keen

[ pee-chee-keen ]

adjective

, Informal.

1. peachy ( def 2 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of peachy-keen¹

An Americanism dating back to 1955–60

Example Sentences

He declared himself “peachy keen” on Tuesday after the Senate vote.

From The Daily Beast

Related Words

• adequate
• common
• decent
• fair
• respectable
• sufficient
• tolerable