intj

egad

ee-GAD

Egad (intj) means an old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, dismay, or mild outrage. Example: “Egad! I completely forgot about the meeting.”

intj

An old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, dismay, or mild outrage.

"Egad! I completely forgot about the meeting."

How to use egad

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn old-fashioned way of saying "good grief!" or "oh my!"

When to use it

Sounds dated or theatrical in modern speech — mostly used for comic or archaic effect.

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_____! I completely forgot about the meeting.

Etymology

A softened version of the oath "by God," altered so as not to invoke the name directly.

Frequently asked questions

What does “egad” mean?

The word “egad” means an old-fashioned exclamation of surprise, dismay, or mild outrage. In plain terms, an old-fashioned way of saying "good grief!" or "oh my!".

How do you pronounce “egad”?

“Egad” is pronounced ee-GAD (/iˈɡæd/ in IPA).

How do you use “egad” in a sentence?

Here is “egad” used in a sentence: “Egad! I completely forgot about the meeting.”

What part of speech is “egad”?

“Egad” is an intj.