aarrgh

Sound of exasperation

Aarrgh is a written representation of a cry of frustration, exasperation, or dismay: Aarrgh, I just deleted the whole file!

The spelling varies widely—argh, aargh, aaargh—with more letters suggesting greater intensity.

It also evokes the stereotypical pirate exclamation, often spelled with more r's: Aarrgh, matey!

exclamation

scream

Loud sharp cry

howl · groan · cry · shriek · outburst · interjection · expletive · curse · oath · darn

frustration

exasperation

Intense weary annoyance

vexation · impatience · stress · tension · agitation · discontent · disappointment · dismay · setback · obstacle

anger

rage

Intense, violent anger

  • furyIntense violent anger
  • wrathFierce, punishing anger
  • outrageFierce moral indignation

ire · temper · seething · livid · indignation · resentment · hostility · aggression · belligerence · antagonism

Opposites
emotional valence

aarrghyay

Exclamation of triumph

hooray · woohoo · hurrah · wahoo · yippee

tension/release

aarrghahh

Vocalized satisfaction

aah · phew · ahhh · sigh · whew

Family

aarrghh

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Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G