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    exclamation
    /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃn/

    noun

    • 1. a sudden cry or remark expressing surprise, strong emotion, or pain: "an exclamation of amazement"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishEXCLAMATION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    EXCLAMATION definition: 1. something you say or shout suddenly because of surprise, fear, pleasure, etc.: 2. something you…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › exclamationExclamation Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    1. : a sharp or sudden utterance. 2. : vehement expression of protest or complaint. Synonyms. cry. ejaculation. interjection. See all Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus. Examples of exclamation in a Sentence. Her unexpected announcement caused a few exclamations of surprise. the good news was greeted with a chorus of joyous exclamations.

  4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › exclamationExclamation - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

    An exclamation doesn't need to be a literal "cry," though — it can be a surprised "Wow!" or an angry "No!" Anything you say with abrupt excitement, pain, fear, or anger is an exclamation.

  5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEXCLAMATION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    An exclamation is a sound, word, or sentence that is spoken suddenly, loudly, or emphatically and that expresses excitement, admiration, shock, or anger. She gave an exclamation as we got a clear sight of the house.

  6. www.thefreedictionary.com › exclamationExclamation - definition of exclamation by The Free Dictionary

    Define exclamation. exclamation synonyms, exclamation pronunciation, exclamation translation, English dictionary definition of exclamation. n. 1. An abrupt, forceful utterance: an exclamation of delight. 2. An outcry, as of protest. 3. Grammar An interjection. American Heritage® Dictionary of...

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishexclamation noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of exclamation noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  8. www.yourdictionary.com › exclamationExclamation Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary

    noun. exclamations. The act of exclaiming; sudden, vehement utterance; outcry. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. An outcry, as of protest. American Heritage. Something exclaimed; exclamatory word or phrase; interjection. Webster's New World. Similar definitions.

  9. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › exclamationexclamation | meaning of exclamation in Longman Dictionary of ...

    exclamation meaning, definition, what is exclamation: a sound, word, or short sentence that yo...: Learn more.

  10. byjus.com › english › exclamation-markExclamation Mark - Meaning, Definition, Uses and Examples -...

    An exclamation mark, also known as the exclamation point, is a punctuation sign that is used to indicate strong emotions and feelings. It is used in exclamatory sentences and with interjections.

  11. www.thoughtco.com › exclamation-language-term-1690685What Is an Exclamation and How to Use it Properly? - ThoughtCo

    Oct 20, 2018 · An exclamation is a sudden, forceful expression or cry. Adjective: exclamatory. The rhetorical term for an exclamation is ecphonesis.