Exclaiming

/ɪkˈskleɪmɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to cry out or speak suddenly and with strong feeling.

She was exclaiming in delight when she saw the surprise party.

to say something loudly and with excitement or emphasis.

He couldn't help exclaiming his joy when he received the good news.

to utter a sudden cry, especially in expressing surprise or strong emotion.

The child was exclaiming in awe as the magician performed his tricks.

From Latin 'exclamare', meaning to cry out.

exclaiming joyfully:

Expressing happiness in a loud manner.

exclaiming in surprise:

Reacting loudly due to astonishment.

Shouting with enthusiasm.

He was exclaiming about the concert like it was the best ever.

Reacting loudly in disbelief.

When she saw the price, she started exclaiming, 'No way!'