ooh

Spectator's delighted gasp

Ooh is usually a representation of a sound that people make in response to some enjoyable stimulus.

A very short ooh with a falling tone may indicate revulsion.

surprise

gasp

Sudden sharp breath

  • startleFrighten suddenly
  • shockViolent sudden disturbance
  • joltAbrupt forceful shake

unexpected · caught off guard · taken aback · wide-eyed · double-take · whoops · uh-oh · yikes · eek · whoa

awe

wonder

Amazement or curiosity

magnificent · spectacular · stunning · gorgeous · dazzling · impressive · majestic · sublime · grandeur · splendor

flirtation

suggestive

Hinting at impropriety

wink · nudge · innuendo · cheeky · saucy · frisky · flirty · seductive · coquettish · come-hither

intrigue

curious

Eager to learn

intriguing · scandalous · gossip · juicy · secret · tell me more · really · oh really · raised eyebrow · leaning in

delight

pleasure

Happy, satisfied feeling

delicious · scrumptious · luxurious · indulgent · pampering · cozy · soothing · mmm · ahh · lovely

realization

aha

Exclamation of realization

click · lightbulb · get it · understand · see · clarity · of course · that explains it · makes sense · eureka

pain

wince

Reflexive recoil from distress

  • ouchPain interjection
  • stingSharp wound from insect
  • achePersistent dull discomfort

throb · cringe · grimace · yow · ow · tender · sore · hurt · twinge · pang

Categories
Opposites
emotional valence

oohugh

Disgust exclamation

ew · eww · yuck · bleh · boo

engagement/interest

oohmeh

Indifference, vocalized

yawn · whatever · so what · ho-hum · blah

cognitive response

oohderp

Interjection acknowledging foolishness

huh · duh · duh · err · um

Phrases
Family

oohed, oohing

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