Dead on

exp.

Heard in Down, Antrim and Galway

1. very likeable. 2. used to express agreement (although frequently used sarcastically).

In use

He's dead on, so what if he sells a few drugs on the side?" "He was sayin' he pulled a model and I was like, aye, dead on!

Posh English

He is thoroughly amiable, so what if he conducts a little illicit enterprise on the side?

Same phrase, other counties

  • Stone deadDead beyond any possible doubt.
  • Big grey dead onesAssociated with firing blanks, that is, producing sperm incapable of fertilisation.
  • Dead duckA dim or foolish person.
  • Dead for itExtremely desirous of something, especially food or drink; positively craving it.
  • Dead grateExceptionally good, wonderful, or agreeable.
  • Dead mans arseTo be extremely fond of alcohol.