intj
Very common
wow
wow
Wow (intj) means used to express surprise, excitement, or admiration. Example: “Wow, this view from the top of the hill is incredible!”
intj
1
Used to express surprise, excitement, or admiration.
"Wow, this view from the top of the hill is incredible!"
"Wow! You baked all of these cakes by yourself?"
"Wow, I didn't expect you to finish so fast!"
verb
1
To impress or amaze someone.
"Her first piano concert wowed the judges and the whole audience."
"The chef hopes to wow his guests with a surprising dessert."
"The fireworks display wowed the entire crowd."
noun
1
Something impressive or amazing.
"The view from the tower was a real wow for the tourists."
"That new kitchen has a genuine wow factor as soon as you enter."
"The finale was a real wow moment."
How to use wow
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn exclamation of surprise or admiration; as a verb, to impress someone.
Common pairings
wow factor
wow the crowd
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Word forms
- Plural
- wows
- Third person singular
- wows
- Past tense
- wowed
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_____, this view from the top of the hill is incredible!
Etymology
Borrowed from Scots, ultimately just a natural exclamation of surprise dating back centuries.
Synonyms
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amazing
incredible
unbelievable
sidesplitter
riot
scream
howler
adzooks
caramba
ay
mirabile dictu
chihuahua
Antonyms
screw this
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Frequently asked questions
What does “wow” mean?
The word “wow” means used to express surprise, excitement, or admiration. In plain terms, an exclamation of surprise or admiration; as a verb, to impress someone.
How do you pronounce “wow”?
“Wow” is pronounced wow (/waʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “wow” in a sentence?
Here is “wow” used in a sentence: “Wow, I didn't expect you to finish so fast!”
What is another word for “wow”?
Words with a similar meaning to “wow” include adzooks, caramba, ay, mirabile dictu, chihuahua and begorra.
What is the opposite of “wow”?
The opposite of “wow” — its antonyms — is screw this.
What part of speech is “wow”?
Depending on how it is used, “wow” can be an intj, a verb and a noun.
Is “wow” a common word?
“Wow” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “wow” have?
“Wow” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: used to express surprise, excitement, or admiration.
Is wow formal or informal?
Wow is informal. It suits everyday speech, friendly messages, and casual writing where you want to show genuine surprise or admiration. In formal reports, essays, or business letters it is out of place; there you would describe the reaction instead, writing the results were remarkable rather than wow.
When do you use wow?
You use wow as an immediate reaction to something impressive, surprising, or moving — seeing a stunning view, hearing big news, or receiving a gift. It can show delight (Wow, thank you), astonishment, or even dismay in a sarcastic tone. It usually stands alone or opens a sentence.
What can I say instead of wow?
Depending on tone, alternatives include amazing, incredible, whoa, oh my, no way, or unbelievable. A softer surprise might be gosh or goodness, while admiration could be impressive or stunning. The best choice matches how strong your reaction is and how formal the setting happens to be.
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