jeez

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An exclamation like "jeez" is used when someone is surprised or frustrated.

When people use this word, it's usually as an expression of shock or annoyance. They might say "Jeez, I didn't mean to spill my coffee all over my shirt!" or "Jeez, I'm so tired today." It's kind of like saying "gosh" or "geez", but often in a more casual way.

How common is "jeez"?

Word jeez is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

interjection

  • Alternative spelling of geez.