Exclamations

/ˌɛksklәˈmeɪʃәnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of exclamation; sudden utterances expressing strong feeling such as surprise, joy, anger, or pain.

Etymology

From Latin 'exclamatio,' noun form of 'exclamare' (to cry out). The plural adds '-s' to create the standard English plural form.

Kelly Says

Exclamations like 'Ouch!' and 'Yes!' are universal human sounds—they're so primal that a person who doesn't speak your language will still understand them because they're expressions of raw emotion.

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