Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
what-in-the-world-who-in-the-world-where-in-the-world
idiomatic expression
wʌt ɪn ðə wɜrld hu ɪn ðə wɜrld wɛr ɪn ðə wɜrld
Definition
A phrase used to express confusion or surprise about a situation or person, often emphasizing the speaker’s bewilderment.
Examples
- “What in the world happened to your car?”
- “Who in the world do you think you are?”
- “Where in the world did you find that rare book?”
Meaning
This expression conveys a strong sense of disbelief or questioning towards something unexpected or hard to understand.
Synonyms
- What on earth?
- Who on earth?
- Where on earth?
