gee-whiz
adjective
\ ˈjē-ˌhwiz
, -ËŒwiz\
, -ËŒwiz\
Definition of gee-whiz
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: designed to arouse wonder or excitement or to amplify the merits or significance of something especially by the use of clever or sensational language
play-by-play specialists who wallow in gee-whiz banality— Jack Gould
2
: marked by spectacular or astonishing qualities or achievement
gee-whiz technology
3
: characterized by wide-eyed enthusiasm, excitement, and wonder
gee whiz
interjection
\ (ˌ)jē-ˈhwiz
, -ˈwiz\
, -ˈwiz\
Definition of gee whiz (Entry 2 of 2)
Synonyms & Antonyms for gee-whiz
Synonyms: Adjective
catchpenny, lurid, screaming, sensational, sensationalist, sensationalistic
Antonyms: Adjective
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gee-whiz
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of gee-whiz
(Entry 1 of 2)
chiefly US
: very impressive or amazing
: showing or feeling excitement and wonder
gee whiz
interjection
English Language Learners Definition of gee whiz (Entry 2 of 2)
US, old-fashioned
—used especially to show surprise or enthusiasm
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