WOW Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

wow

interjection

Definition of wow next

as in hey

used to show that you are very surprised or pleased Wow! This is delicious! Oh, wow! I can't believe you came!

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Recent Examples of wow Let this recipe wow you for Independence Day, then keep it in your back pocket as a go-to for every summertime occasion. —

Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 20 June 2026 Should this new Siri not only wow investors but also consumers, Apple will benefit by monetizing it on its devices and services. —

Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 June 2026 For a pure comedy to open to $40M, that’s like, wow, the biggest since God knows when. —

Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2026 See who'll wow the home crowds in the World Cup. —

Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for wow

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wow

Interjection

And hey, there are plenty of July 4 episodes to pre-game, pair with, or distract from your social obligations.

— Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
But, hey, everyone has an off night.

— George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026

Definition of hey

Interjection

We’re certainly gone from the days of teams avoiding trading within the conference or, ha, the division.

— David Aldridge, New York Times, 2 July 2026
The film’s first official trailer offers up a sweeping, dramatic look at the Dashwood life (like the highly relatable, ha, drama of being kicked out of their sprawling mansion), complete with plenty of longing and even a dash of mystery.

— Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 25 June 2026