Wow

noun

/waʊ̯/

Word Frequency: 2.1

Definitions

1.nounAnything exceptionally surprising, unbelievable, outstanding, etc.

"He did? That's a wow!"

2.verbTo amaze or awe.

"He really wowed the audience."

3.interjectionAn indication of excitement, surprise, astonishment, or pleasure.

4.interjectionAn expression of amazement, awe, or admiration.

"Wow! How do they do that?"

5.interjectionUsed sarcastically to express disapproval of something.

"Wow... I can't believe you would do such a thing."

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