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interjection

ˈ(h)wu̇-(ˌ)pē How to pronounce whoopee (audio)
Definition of whoopeenext
as in hey
how delightful whoopee! I got the job I wanted!

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whoopee

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noun

ˈ(h)wu̇-(ˌ)pē How to pronounce whoopee (audio)
as in festivity
joyful or festive activity for New Year's Eve I'm planning to make whoopee at several clubs

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Recent Examples of whoopee
Interjection
When Pirog played a flashy line, which was often, Vile let out a cackle, an impish, cowpoke whoopee ti-yi-yo. — Nick Paumgarten, New Yorker, 8 June 2026
Noun
At the property once considered the Studio 54 of Miami, the revamp trades flash for discretion and whoopee for extensive wellness programming. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026 Reflecting on the renovation, Jeff seems most excited about the potential for creative high jinks and, as the song says, makin’ whoopee. — Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026 And, sure, the divorce eventually came, but not before a temporary happy ending in which much whoopee was made. — Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Oct. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whoopee
  1. hey
  2. festivity
  3. ha
  4. celebration
  5. merriment
  6. rejoicing
  7. merrymaking
  8. fun
Interjection
  • But hey, that's how personal audio worked for about 60 years.
    — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
  • And hey, maybe the Kansas City Chiefs tight end even joins in on the fun!
    — Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of hey
Noun
  • The festivity also extends offline, reflecting continued recovery.
    — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 12 Nov. 2026
  • The city is selling itself as a modern example of a purple state turning solid blue, and its mayor, Mike Johnston, will kick off the festivities Thursday.
    — Nicholas Riccardi, Chicago Tribune, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of festivity
Interjection
  • La libertad de Venezuela nunca ha sido una causa lejana para mí.
    — Michael Vasquez, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Kim and his cast joined the festivities, with the film starring host Kim Min-ha alongside Joo Jong-hyuk, Han Sun-hwa, Chang Ryul, Shim Eun-kyung, Lee Hee-jun, Jeon So-young and Kim Dong-hwi.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of ha
Noun
  • That focus, at the intersection of celebration and food, has set the tone for bringing people together at tables across Chicago ever since.
    — S. Sorrina Beecher, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Vodun Days, an eight-day celebration of Benin’s indigenous spiritual traditions taking place January 2–9, 2027, will showcase ceremonies, music, and dance.
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of celebration
Noun
  • Much like the Whos down in Whoville kept the spirit of Christmas alive in spite of the Grinch’s gift-stealing gambit, Halloween revelers can surely find ways to enjoy merriment on Saturday.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Neighbors had gathered for an afternoon of merriment, complete with a barbecue, a sweets station, and three bouncy castles.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of merriment
Noun
  • Late Night With Seth Meyers is back, and there was much rejoicing.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Wishing you a weekend of fresh pages, warm hearths, and analog rejoicing.
    — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of rejoicing
Noun
  • Nor did great merrymaking surround its 2001 move to pioneer quantitative easing.
    — William Pesek, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • Once ground was completely covered with shards of tableware, folks journeyed from their seats into the center of the room for more dancing and merrymaking.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
Definition of merrymaking
Noun
  • For another fun twist on ice-queen glam, take a cue from Zara Larsson and pile on the shimmery silver-white shadow accented with rhinestones in lieu of snowflakes, or perhaps a fresh platinum blonde hair color à la Serena Williams.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 2 Nov. 2026
  • But even the hardest-to-please folks are usually thrilled with a techy gift that makes their life easier, more convenient or just more fun.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of fun

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“Whoopee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whoopee. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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