Synonyms for

Yay

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

Definition

used to express excitement, satisfaction, or joy

Synonyms & similar words

yay hooray woo-hoo yahoo bravo awesome fantastic excellent superb terrific splendid amazing wonderful glorious delightful joyful ecstatic thrilled elated

Synonyms by register

Informal

hooray woohoo hurrah yippee whoopee

Literary

huzzah rejoice

Antonyms

boo groan lament mourn despair gloom woe

Common collocations

  • yay for us
  • yay team
  • yay it's Friday
  • yay we did it
  • yay holidays
  • yay for you

Usage note

Yay is an interjection expressing delight or approval. It is primarily used in informal contexts and is often written as 'yay!' or 'yayyyy!'.

Example sentences

  1. Yay! I got an A on my test!
  2. We're going to the park, yay!
  3. Yay, it's finally the weekend!
  4. I'm so happy, yay!
  5. Yay, we get to have pizza for dinner!

Quotes

  • Yay! It's Friday!
  • Yay, I'm so excited to go on vacation!
  • Yay, we did it!

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