ugh

[ookh, uhkh, uh, oo, uhg]

interjection

1. (used as an exclamation expressing disgust, aversion, horror, or the like.)

noun

1. the sound of a cough, grunt, or the like.

ugh

/ ʊx, ʊh, ʌh /

interjection

1. an exclamation of disgust, annoyance, or dislike

Word History and Origins

Origin of ugh¹

First recorded in 1670–80, of expressive origin

Example Sentences

Ugh, I love him and our kids but I’ve had enough of this.

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Here’s how it — ugh — played out Monday:

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These small touches keep things feeling alive and prevent the “ugh, more leftovers” vibe.

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“Cassie probably feels so horrible. Ugh, I’m gonna vomit.”

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“Ugh, don’t do that,” Smith says.

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Related Words

• cry 
• exclamation 
• expletive 
• insertion 
• interpolation 
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