Jove

usgb/dʒəʊv/
noun

Another name for Jupiter, the Roman sky god.

By Jove! That's a brilliant idea
Visual representation of "jove" - Another name for Jupiter, the Roman sky god

Often appears as...

  • by jove
  • in jove

Usage tips

Formal, Approving

Literary

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Visual representation of "jove"
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Expressing Surprise

Used for sudden realization or surprise, often in an archaic or humorous sense.

Illustration for Expressing Surprise
By Jove, I think she's got it!
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Seldom Usage

'Jove' is rarely used in modern English and may sound outdated or formal.

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He exclaimed 'By Jove!' when he won the chess game.
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Literary Flair

Incorporating 'jove' can give a statement a literary or classical flair due to its mythological roots.

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By Jove, this plan is rather ingenious!
Visual representation of the word "Jove"

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