wow

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a joke that seems extremely funny
  2. verb impress greatly

Etymology

Attested since the 16th century; borrowed from Scots wow; ultimately a natural exclamation.

In classic literature

Synonyms

belly laugh, sidesplitter, howler, thigh-slapper, scream, riot

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