yuck
3 antonyms and opposites of yuck, grouped by meaning.
Interjection — Used to express disgust, especially at a taste, smell, or sight.
Antonyms
Etymology
Likely imitative of a gagging or retching sound, first recorded in English in the 1960s.
Full origin of yuck →Frequently asked questions
What does “yuck” mean?
The word “yuck” means used to express disgust, especially at a taste, smell, or sight. In plain terms, a word for expressing disgust, or the disgusting thing itself.
How do you pronounce “yuck”?
“Yuck” is pronounced yuhk (/jʌk/ in IPA).
How do you use “yuck” in a sentence?
Here is “yuck” used in a sentence: “Yuck, this milk has gone off!”
What is the opposite of “yuck”?
The opposite of “yuck” — its antonyms — are mmm, om nom nom and yum.
What part of speech is “yuck”?
Depending on how it is used, “yuck” can be an interjection and a noun.
Where does the word “yuck” come from?
The word “yuck” dates back to around 1960. Likely imitative of a gagging or retching sound, first recorded in English in the 1960s.
How many meanings does “yuck” have?
“Yuck” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to express disgust, especially at a taste, smell, or sight.