exclamation
/,eksklə'meiʃn/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A sudden, sharp, or emphatic utterance: A word, phrase, or short sentence spoken suddenly and forcefully, often expressing a strong emotion such as surprise, pain, anger, or joy.
- A rhetorical device: The use of such an utterance for stylistic effect in speech or writing.
- The act of exclaiming: The action of crying out or speaking vehemently.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- "Oh no!" was her immediate exclamation when she saw the broken vase.
- The speech was full of passionate exclamations.
- He let out a sharp exclamation of pain.
Advanced Usage
- Exclamatory sentences: In grammar, sentences that convey strong emotion and end with an exclamation mark are often referred to as exclamations, even if they are not single words.
- "What a beautiful day!" is a common exclamation.
- In rhetoric: Used as a deliberate device to convey emotion or emphasize a point.
- The poet's use of exclamation heightened the dramatic intensity of the verse.
Variants and Related Words
- Exclaim (verb): To cry out or speak suddenly and vehemently.
- She exclaimed in surprise.
- Exclamatory (adjective): Of, relating to, or containing an exclamation.
- He used an exclamatory tone.
- Exclamation mark/point (noun): The punctuation mark (!) used at the end of an exclamation.
- Remember to use an exclamation mark.
Synonyms
- Outcry: A strong expression of public disapproval or anger.
- Interjection: In grammar, a word or phrase used to express a sudden feeling, often standing alone (e.g., "Wow!", "Ouch!").
- Ejaculation: A sudden, short exclamation (archaic or formal).
Related Phrases
- Note of exclamation: Another term for an exclamation mark.
- End the sentence with a note of exclamation.
Noun
- an exclamatory rhetorical device
- O tempore! O mores
- a loud complaint or protest or reproach
- an abrupt excited utterance
- she gave an exclamation of delight
- there was much exclaiming over it