Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

great-scott

interjection
/ɡreɪt skɒt/
Definition
An exclamation of surprise or astonishment.
Examples
  • “Great Scott! I didn’t see that coming!”
  • “She won the lottery? Great Scott!”
Meaning
Used to express amazement or shock, often in a slightly humorous manner.
Synonyms
  • Good heavens
  • My word
  • Oh my
  • Heavens to Betsy