intj
Lordy
Lordy (intj) means an exclamation expressing surprise, frustration, or strong emotion. Example: “Lordy, it's hot today!”
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An exclamation expressing surprise, frustration, or strong emotion.
"Lordy, it's hot today!"
"Oh lordy, I forgot my keys again."
"Lordy! Where's he off to now?"
"“I said, ‘Lordy, we have to put tops on bottoms. Let’s get something done,’ ” Comey recalled."
— John Cassidy, Mastering the Machine (2011)
How to use Lordy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual exclamation of surprise or exasperation, like "goodness" or "wow."
When to use it
Informal and mostly American in origin, often used humorously or affectionately.
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Etymology
From "Lord" plus the informal ending -y; first recorded in 19th-century American English.
Class of 1800
Lordy joined the language around 1800.
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What does “Lordy” mean?
The word “Lordy” means an exclamation expressing surprise, frustration, or strong emotion. In plain terms, a casual exclamation of surprise or exasperation, like "goodness" or "wow.".
How do you use “Lordy” in a sentence?
Here is “Lordy” used in a sentence: “Lordy, it's hot today!”
What is another word for “Lordy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Lordy” include dear Lord, Lord, Lordy loo and lawks.
What part of speech is “Lordy”?
“Lordy” is an intj.
Where does the word “Lordy” come from?
The word “Lordy” dates back to around 1800. From "Lord" plus the informal ending -y; first recorded in 19th-century American English.
