yecch
/jɛk/
INTERJECTION
1. An exclamation expressing disgust
An expression used to show strong dislike, revulsion, or disgust, especially in response to something unpleasant in taste, smell, or appearance.
1.1. Reacting to something disgusting
Used as an immediate verbal reaction to something repulsive, unpleasant, or revolting, such as spoiled food, a foul smell, or an unpleasant taste.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- yum-yum
Examples
- Yecch, this milk smells terrible!
- She tasted the strange mixture and exclaimed, "Yecch, what is this?"
- Discovering spoiled food in the refrigerator made him say, "Yecch!"
Related Words
- disgust
- revulsion
- repugnance
- aversion
- nausea
NOUN
2. An expression of disgust
A spoken or written exclamation conveying a feeling of disgust or revulsion.
2.1. A disgusted exclamation
Refers to the utterance or expression of disgust itself rather than the feeling alone, often used when describing someone's reaction to something unpleasant.
Synonyms
Examples
- A loud yecch came from the kitchen when he discovered the spoiled leftovers.