Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gadzooks
interjection
/ɡædˈzuːks/
Definition
An exclamation of surprise or amazement.
Examples
- Gadzooks! I can’t believe we made it just in time for the show!
- Gadzooks, what a marvelous discovery you’ve made!
- When she walked through the door wearing that dress, I exclaimed, ‘Gadzooks!’
Meaning
The term ‘gadzooks’ is often used to express astonishment or shock, sometimes humorously. It originates from old English and serves as an archaic interjection.
Synonyms
- Goodness gracious
- My word
- Heavens
