Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
by-jove
interjection
/baɪ ˈdʒoʊv/
Definition
An exclamation used to express surprise, astonishment, or emphasis.
Examples
- By Jove, I never expected to see you here!
- He won the competition, and by Jove, it was well-deserved.
Meaning
The phrase ‘by-jove’ is an interjection that conveys a strong reaction to something unexpected or remarkable.
Synonyms
- Good gracious
- Heavens
- My word
