exclamation point
Definition of exclamation point
1 : a mark ! used especially after an interjection or exclamation to indicate forceful utterance or strong feeling
2 : a distinctive indication of major significance, interest, or contrast the game put an exclamation point on the season —called also exclamation mark
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1824
First Known Use of exclamation point
1824
EXCLAMATION POINT Defined for English Language Learners
exclamation point
Definition of exclamation point for English Language Learners
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: a punctuation mark ! used to show a forceful way of speaking or a strong feeling
EXCLAMATION POINT Defined for Kids
exclamation point
Definition of exclamation point for Students
: a punctuation mark ! used to show force in speaking or strong feeling
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