What does geez mean?
Geez means (euphemistic) An exclamation denoting surprise or frustration..
Geez
/d͡ʒiːz/ · interjection
Meaning
(euphemistic) An exclamation denoting surprise or frustration..
Definitions by Sense
- (euphemistic) An exclamation denoting surprise or frustration.
- (UK, Ireland, slang) Informal address to a male.
Example Sentences
Geez, that was one heck of a week.
Oh gawsh, oh geez, I know our girl Betty [White] is always so surprised when she gets an award and outpouring of adulation, so I'm ready for her to surprise us back.
Hi geez, you alright?
Synonyms for geez
Antonyms for geez
Related Words
Word Forms
- geeze
- jeez
- jeeze
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for geez?
Common synonyms include sheesh, adzooks, ay, caramba.
What is the opposite of geez?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use geez in a sentence?
Geez, that was one heck of a week.
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