Exclamation

usgb/ˌekskləˈmeɪʃn/
noun

A strong and often emotional spoken or written remark expressing something surprising, annoying, or excited.

He gave a shout of joy, an exclamation of triumph
Visual representation of "exclamation" - A strong and often emotional spoken or written remark expressing something surprising, annoying, or excited.

Often appears as...

  • exclamation of surprise
  • exclamation of joy
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Visual representation of "exclamation"
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Emotional Intensity

Exclamations often convey strong emotions or reactions, making a statement more vibrant.

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What a fantastic performance!
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Use with Caution

In formal writing, limit the use of exclamations to avoid unprofessional tone.

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In an official letter, avoid writing 'This is unbelievable!'
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Common in Dialogue

Use exclamations to reflect the way people speak in stories and direct quotes.

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He yelled, 'I won the lottery!'
Visual representation of the word "Exclamation"

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