alleleu

/ˌælɪˈluː/

Definitions

1. interjection

a mild expression of grief or distress, especially in response to bad news.

“She let out an ‘alleleu’ when she heard about her favourite band breaking up.”

2. noun

a mild expression of grief or distress.

“After hearing the news, she let out a loud alleleu that could be heard across the room.”

Synonyms

  • alas
  • oh no

Antonyms

  • hurrah
  • hurray