duh

/duː/ or /dʌ/ or /də/

Definitions

1. noun

an expression of exasperation or disappointment, often in response to a person’s foolish or obvious mistake

“She rolled her eyes and let out a loud ‘duh’ when she realized she had left her phone at home.”

2. interjection

an expression of exasperation or disappointment, often in response to a person’s foolish or obvious mistake

“He let out a loud ‘duh’ when he stumbled over his own feet on the sidewalk.”

3. adverb

used to convey that something is obvious or self-evident

“It’s duh obvious that the movie is going to win the award.”

4. exclamation

an expression of exasperation or disappointment, often in response to a person’s foolish or obvious mistake

“Duh! I already told you that the store is closed today.”

Synonyms

  • gee
  • good grief
  • gosh

Antonyms

  • aha
  • aha moment