Synonyms for

Wow

Verb / waʊ / Another word for wow — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

an exclamation of admiration or surprise

Synonyms & similar words

thighslapper sidesplitter riot scream howler bellylaugh amazing astonishing awesome brilliant cool exciting fantastic great impressive incredible marvelous outstanding remarkable splendid stunning superb surprising terrific unbelievable wondrous

Synonyms by register

Formal

astonishment amazement wonder awe

Informal

whoa golly gee yikes ooh

Literary

marvel wonderment admiration

Antonyms

unimpressed apathetic indifferent blasé unmoved disinterested

Common collocations

  • wow factor
  • wow moment
  • wow effect
  • wow that's amazing
  • wow that's incredible
  • wow that's cool

Word family

noun wonder
adjective wondrous

Usage note

Primarily used as an interjection to express surprise or admiration. Can also be used informally as a noun or adjective, though this is less common in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Wow, that sunset is beautiful!
  2. I can't believe you got an A+ on your test, wow!
  3. Wow, this cake is delicious!
  4. Wow, that roller coaster was so much fun!
  5. Wow, you won first place in the race, congratulations!

Quotes

  • 'Wow' is such a short, simple word, but it really packs a punch. It's a way of saying 'I am so amazed by this that I can't even put it into words.'
  • Wow is the word that we use when we experience something that we just can't explain.
  • Wow is the only word that can truly describe the feeling of awe and wonder that we experience when we see or experience something truly amazing.

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