exclamation

[ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən]

exclamation Definition

• 1. a sudden cry or remark, especially expressing surprise, anger, or pain
• 2. a punctuation mark (!) used after an exclamation

Using exclamation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exclamation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She let out an exclamation of surprise when she saw the cake.

• Example

  The exclamation mark is used to show strong emotion or emphasis in writing.

• Example

  Oh my God! That's amazing!

• Example

  Ouch! That hurt!

exclamation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for exclamation

• outcry
• interjection
• expletive
• ejaculation

Phrases with exclamation

• exclamation of disgust

  a sudden expression of strong disapproval or revulsion

  Example

  She made an exclamation of disgust when she saw the mess in the kitchen.

• exclamation of joy

  a sudden expression of happiness or delight

  Example

  He let out an exclamation of joy when he found out he got the job.

• exclamation of surprise

  a sudden expression of amazement or astonishment

  Example

  There was an exclamation of surprise from the audience when the magician pulled the rabbit out of the hat.

Origins of exclamation

from Latin 'exclamare', meaning 'cry out'

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Summary: exclamation in Brief

An 'exclamation' [ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən] is a sudden cry or remark, often expressing surprise, anger, or pain. It can also refer to the punctuation mark (!) used to indicate strong emotion or emphasis in writing. Examples include 'She let out an exclamation of surprise when she saw the cake.' and 'Oh my God! That's amazing!'