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ex·cla·ma·tion

exclamation

pronunciation:
ek skl meI shn
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the act of exclaiming; an abrupt or vehement utterance.
synonyms:
ejaculation
similar words:
bawl, call, clamor, cry, holler, outcry, shout, yell
definition 2: a word or phrase standing alone, such as "Wow!" or "Oh dear", used to express emotion; interjection.
synonyms:
interjection
similar words:
expletive, oath