exclamation point
1 of 1noun/ˌɛkskləˈmeɪʃən pɔɪnt/
Forms:exclamation points
1
the mark ! used after a sentence to indicate excitement, surprise, etc.
B2An exclamation point (!) is a punctuation mark used to convey strong feelings, excitement, or emphasis in a sentence. It often indicates a command, an exclamation, or a sudden emotion. For example, in the sentence, “Watch out!” the exclamation point shows urgency or alertness. It can also express joy, surprise, or enthusiasm, as seen in “What a beautiful day!” The exclamation point is generally used at the end of a sentence, but it can also appear within a sentence when expressing an intense reaction. Its primary role is to enhance the tone of writing, making it more expressive and impactful.
- In his email, he used an exclamation point to convey urgency.
- She added an exclamation point at the end of her text to emphasize her excitement.
- The teacher explained that using too many exclamation points can make writing seem overly dramatic.
- To show enthusiasm, she ended her message with an exclamation point.
- He was advised to remove the exclamation point from his report for a more professional tone.
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