Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yipes
interjection
/jīps/
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Definition
An exclamation used to express surprise or alarm.
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Examples
- “Yipes! I didn’t see that coming!”
- “Yipes, that spider is huge!”
- “Yipes, I forgot to turn in my assignment!”
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Meaning
Yipes is often used to convey a sudden shock or fear, typically in a light-hearted or humorous context.
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Synonyms
- Wow!
- Yikes!
- Oh no!