ooohs
Sounds of wonder
Ooohs is a plural of ooh—the vocal sound expressing wonder, admiration, or appreciation.
It often appears paired with aahs: The fireworks drew ooohs and aahs from the crowd.
The elongated spelling emphasizes the drawn-out quality of the sound.
Desire to learn
- mysterySomething unexplained or unknown
- suspenseAnxious uncertainty about outcomes
- fascinationIntense absorbed interest
- interestAttention, stake, or fee
captivation · anticipation · eagerness · whispers · hushed · tension · revelation · cliffhanger
Amazement or curiosity
- astonishmentIntense sudden wonder
- marvelAstonishing thing or feeling
- gaspsSharp sudden breaths
- wide-eyedShowing naive amazement
speechless · gobsmacked · disbelief · stupefaction · flabbergast · stunned · dumbfounded · incredulity
Collective hand-clapping approval
- appreciationRecognition of worth
- approvalFavorable opinion given
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
- praiseExpression of approval
kudos · impressed · respect · esteem · recognition · commendation · endorsement · validation
State of eager enthusiasm
- thrillSurge of intense excitement
- joyIntense positive emotion
- elationIntense triumphant joy
- enthusiasmIntense eager enjoyment
glee · euphoria · exhilaration · squeals · giggles · clapping · cheers · happiness
Playful romantic attention
- suggestiveHinting at impropriety
- teasingPlayful, mild ridicule
- innuendoOblique disparaging remark
- risquéBordering on improper
scandalous · titillation · blushing · coy · playful · winking · knowing · saucy
curiosity
Desire to learn
- mysterySomething unexplained or unknown
- suspenseAnxious uncertainty about outcomes
- fascinationIntense absorbed interest
interest · captivation · anticipation · eagerness · whispers · hushed · tension · revelation · cliffhanger · secrets
wonder
Amazement or curiosity
- astonishmentIntense sudden wonder
- marvelAstonishing thing or feeling
- gaspsSharp sudden breaths
wide-eyed · speechless · gobsmacked · disbelief · stupefaction · flabbergast · stunned · dumbfounded · incredulity · shock
applause
Collective hand-clapping approval
- appreciationRecognition of worth
- approvalFavorable opinion given
- acclaimEnthusiastic public approval
praise · kudos · impressed · respect · esteem · recognition · commendation · endorsement · validation · reverence
excitement
State of eager enthusiasm
enthusiasm · glee · euphoria · exhilaration · squeals · giggles · clapping · cheers · happiness · pleasure
flirtation
Playful romantic attention
- suggestiveHinting at impropriety
- teasingPlayful, mild ridicule
- innuendoOblique disparaging remark
risqué · scandalous · titillation · blushing · coy · playful · winking · knowing · saucy · cheeky