Synonyms

gosh

American

[gosh] / gɒʃ /

interjection

(used as an exclamation or mild oath).

Gosh, this bag is heavy!

gosh British

/ ɡɒʃ /

interjection

an exclamation of mild surprise or wonder

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Etymology

Origin of gosh

First recorded in 1750–60; euphemistic alteration of God

Example Sentences

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Princess Diana became president of Gosh in 1989 and visited the children's hospital several times before her death in 1997.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2025

“Oh my Gosh, Devin was incredible,” catcher Adan Viner said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2025

As part of its review, the RCS raised concerns about the surgeon and the wider culture within the service, prompting Gosh to initiate the patient reviews from April this year, the hospital said.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2024

Gosh, I think everything should come from honesty and this seed of honesty.

From Salon • May 22, 2024

Gosh, I wouldn’t of written that down then for anything!

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns

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