intj
yeesh
Yeesh (intj) means an exclamation expressing exasperation, mild disgust, or relief. Example: “Yeesh, that traffic was brutal.”
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An exclamation expressing exasperation, mild disgust, or relief.
"Yeesh, pour salt on the wound, why don't you?"
— Jennifer Crusie, Anne Stuart (2009)
"“I just wondered if you'd—” “Shut up, Shawna. I didn't say anything. Yeesh!”"
— Jeannine Garsee, Say the Word (2009)
"Yeesh. So strong was his cologne she could practically taste it."
— Ann Brashares, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (2008)
"Yeesh, that traffic was brutal."
How to use yeesh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual sound of frustration, disgust, or relief, similar to "geez" or "sheesh."
When to use it
Informal, mainly spoken.
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Etymology
Probably a blend of "yuck" or "yech" with "sheesh."
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What does “yeesh” mean?
The word “yeesh” means an exclamation expressing exasperation, mild disgust, or relief. In plain terms, a casual sound of frustration, disgust, or relief, similar to "geez" or "sheesh.".
How do you use “yeesh” in a sentence?
Here is “yeesh” used in a sentence: “Yeesh, that traffic was brutal.”
What part of speech is “yeesh”?
“Yeesh” is an intj.
What is the meaning of yeesh?
"yeesh" (intj) means an exclamation expressing exasperation, mild disgust, or relief.
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