Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
for-heavens-sake
idiom
/fɔːr ˈhɛvənz seɪk/
Definition
An expression used to emphasize a feeling of frustration, surprise, or urgency.
Examples
- For heaven’s sake, can you please be quiet?
- She was, for heaven’s sake, late again!
- For heaven’s sake, don’t touch that!
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone is exasperated or trying to urge someone to take something seriously.
Synonyms
- for goodness’ sake
- for pete’s sake
- for crying out loud
