exclamation
UK: /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/ | US: /ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃ(ə)n/
n. a sudden cry or remark expressing surprise, emotion, or pain
n. (Grammar) a word or phrase used to express strong feeling, such as "Oh!" or "Wow!"
The word "exclamation" originates from Latin exclamatio, derived from exclamare ("to cry out"), combining ex- (out) and clamare (to shout). The root clam reflects the core idea of vocal expression, while -ation turns the verb into a noun. Historically, it evolved from literal shouts to grammatical expressions of emotion.
She let out an exclamation of joy when she saw the surprise.
"Oh no!" is a common exclamation of dismay.
The crowd’s exclamations grew louder as the performer took the stage.
In writing, exclamations often end with an exclamation mark.
His sudden exclamation startled everyone in the room.