Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yikes
Interjection
/jaɪks/
Definition
An exclamation used to express alarm or concern.
Examples
- Yikes! That was a close call on the highway.
- When I saw the spider, I couldn’t help but say, ‘Yikes!’
- Yikes, I forgot my wallet at home!
Meaning
Yikes is often used in response to something shocking or surprising.
Synonyms
- Oh no!
- Whoa!
- Uh-oh!
- Geez!
