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aah

/ɑː/

VERB

1. To express admiration or pleasure

To utter an exclamation of admiration, delight, or pleasure, often in response to something beautiful, impressive, or enjoyable.

1.1. Expressing admiration and delight

To make an exclamation expressing wonder, admiration, or pleasure at something appealing or impressive.

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Examples

  • The guests oohed and aahed as the beautifully decorated cake was brought into the room.
  • The audience began to aah at the spectacular fireworks display.
  • Visitors stopped to aah over the breathtaking mountain scenery.

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1.2. Expressing relief or satisfaction

To utter a relaxed or contented sound in response to comfort, relief, or a pleasant sensation.

Synonyms

  • sigh
  • exclaim
  • ah

Examples

  • She began to aah with relief as she settled into the warm bath.
  • He let out an appreciative aah after taking the first sip of hot coffee.

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NOUN

2. An exclamation of surprise, admiration, or pleasure

An utterance expressing amazement, delight, relief, or another strong emotional reaction.

2.1. An expression of amazement or admiration

An exclamation made when something is impressive, beautiful, unexpected, or exciting.

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Examples

  • A collective aah rose from the crowd as the lights illuminated the stage.
  • She gave an excited aah when she opened the beautifully wrapped present.
  • The audience responded with a chorus of oohs and aahs during the performance.

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2.2. An expression of relief or pleasure

A vocal expression of comfort, satisfaction, or relief after experiencing something pleasant or escaping discomfort.

Synonyms

  • sigh
  • ah
  • exclamation

Examples

  • A quiet aah escaped her lips as she rested after a long day.
  • He gave a satisfied aah when the tension in his shoulders finally eased.

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INTERJECTION

3. An expression of understanding or realization

An interjection used to indicate that something has become clear or that the speaker has suddenly understood information.

3.1. Showing comprehension

Used when a person understands an explanation, recognizes a connection, or grasps something that was previously unclear.

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Examples

  • Aah, now I understand why the program kept producing that error.
  • Aah, so the meeting has been moved to Friday.

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