wow

CEFRA1

/waʊ/

interjection · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    interjection

    Used to show strong surprise, pleasure, or admiration.

  2. 02

    interjection

    Extra detail

    An expression of amazement, awe, or admiration.

Examples

  • Wow, we're finally in Paris. Where should we visit first?

  • Wow, it's swarming with tourists!

At a glance

Sits at A1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
5
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

interjection

Extra meanings

  1. Used sarcastically to express disapproval of something.

  2. An indication of excitement, surprise, astonishment, or pleasure.

verb

Extra meaning

  1. To amaze or awe.

More examples

In context

  • Wow, you're dressed to kill.

  • Wow… good job using all of our supplies on the first day.

  • Wow, I sure was surprised!

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Antonyms

Quick test

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Origin

interjection

Attested since the 16th century; borrowed from Scots wow; ultimately a natural exclamation.