aws

/ɔz/

Definitions

1. noun

a loud, deep cry of amazement, excitement, or terror

“She let out an audible ‘aws’ when she saw the giant snake.”

2. verb

to make a loud, deep cry of amazement, excitement, or terror

“The crowd awoke in awe, a collective ‘aws’ echoing through the stadium.”

3. interjection

an expression of amazement, excitement, or terror

“Aww! What a breathtaking view!”

Synonyms

  • awes
  • gasps
  • oohs

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • silence