adzooks

/ˈædzʊks/

Definitions

1. interjection

an expression of surprise, shock, or excitement

“She let out an exasperated ‘adzooks’ when she saw the news.”

2. noun

an expression of surprise, shock, or excitement

“The old-fashioned phrase ‘adzooks’ was used by her grandmother to express her astonishment.”

3. exclamation

an expression of surprise, shock, or excitement

“Adzooks! The firework exploded right above our heads!”

Synonyms

  • gadzooks
  • good grief

Antonyms

  • bless
  • thank goodness