Word
golly
Phoneticsgol·ly
US/ˈɡɑɫi/
UK/ɡˈɒli/
Definition
interj. a word used to show that you are surprised or impressed. It is an old-fashioned way to react to something unexpected.
interj. an exclamation of surprise, wonder, or shock. Historically used as a euphemism for 'God', it is now considered dated or quaint in most contexts.
Examples
“Golly, I didn't expect to see you here today!”
“Golly, that is a massive cake you have baked for the party.”
“The elderly gentleman looked at the modern smartphone and whispered, 'Golly, things certainly have changed since I was a lad,' with a mixture of confusion and genuine awe.”
Examples
simple
“Golly, I didn't expect to see you here today!”
contextual
“Golly, that is a massive cake you have baked for the party.”
complex
“The elderly gentleman looked at the modern smartphone and whispered, 'Golly, things certainly have changed since I was a lad,' with a mixture of confusion and genuine awe.”
Usage
Used as a standalone exclamation or to introduce a sentence; carries a polite, old-fashioned tone.
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