eheu

/ˈɛːwəu/ or /ˈɛːhuː/

Definitions

1. exclamation

an expression of sorrow, grief, or regret, often used to express a sense of despair or disappointment.

“As the team lost the championship, the coach let out a mournful eheu.”

2. noun

an expression of sorrow or grief, especially in Latin literature.

“The ancient poet’s eheu echoed through the deserted theater.”

Synonyms

  • alas
  • woe

Antonyms

  • cheer
  • hurray