Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
for-crying-out-loud
interjection
[fɔr ˈkraɪɪŋ aʊt laʊd]
Definition
An expression used to convey annoyance, disbelief, or frustration.
Examples
- For crying out loud, could you please keep it down?
- I’ve told you a hundred times, for crying out loud, just listen!
- For crying out loud, that’s the third time it’s happened this week!
Meaning
This phrase is often used to emphasize a point, usually when someone feels exasperated by a situation or someone’s actions.
Synonyms
- for heaven’s sake
- for Pete’s sake
- good grief
