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interjection Definition and Meaning in English (interjection definition)

noun
Synonyms:exclamationutteranceremark
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Interjection definition: An abrupt remark, especially as an aside or interruption.

Definitions of Interjection

  1. 1noun

    An abrupt remark, especially as an aside or interruption.

  2. 2noun

    A word or phrase that expresses a sudden feeling or emotion and is grammatically independent of the rest of the sentence.

Example Sentences

casual

“The speaker paused for a moment after an interjection from the audience.”

formal

“Words like 'Oh!', 'Wow!', and 'Alas!' are common interjections in English.”

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Interjection definition: An abrupt remark, especially as an aside or interruption.
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'Interjection' translates to 'interjection' in English. Interjection definition: An abrupt remark, especially as an aside or interruption.
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