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Judas

JOO-duhs

Judas (intj) means an exclamation of shock or surprise at something bad, similar to "Jesus!". Example: “Judas, that scared me!" he shouted when the door slammed.”

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An exclamation of shock or surprise at something bad, similar to "Jesus!"

""Judas, that scared me!" he shouted when the door slammed."

How to use Judas

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed as a mild exclamation of shock, and separately (as a common noun "a judas") to mean a betrayer.

Common mistake

As a name, Judas is best known as the disciple who betrayed Jesus, which is why "a judas" also means "a traitor" in everyday speech.

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Etymology

From the name Judas, the biblical disciple who betrayed Jesus; ultimately from Hebrew Yehuda.

Origin: Hebrew

Frequently asked questions

What does “Judas” mean?

The word “Judas” means an exclamation of shock or surprise at something bad, similar to "Jesus!". In plain terms, used as a mild exclamation of shock, and separately (as a common noun "a judas") to mean a betrayer.

How do you pronounce “Judas”?

“Judas” is pronounced JOO-duhs (/ˈd͡ʒuːdəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “Judas” in a sentence?

Here is “Judas” used in a sentence: “"Judas, that scared me!" he shouted when the door slammed.”

What part of speech is “Judas”?

“Judas” is an intj.

Where does the word “Judas” come from?

The word “Judas” comes from Hebrew. From the name Judas, the biblical disciple who betrayed Jesus; ultimately from Hebrew Yehuda.

Is “Judas” a common word?

“Judas” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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