Definition

Relating to a word or phrase that expresses a strong emotion or sudden feeling, often used to convey a reaction or exclamation.

Example

The word 'wow' is an interjectional expression of surprise.

Conversation

I was reading this book on grammar, and it mentioned interjectional phrases.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It refers to words thrown in between sentences, like 'wow' or 'hey'.

That makes sense! They really do add a lot of emotion to our conversations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interjectional → It is formed from "interject" (from Latin "interjectus", meaning thrown between) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "interjectional" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of interjections, which are words thrown into a sentence to express emotion or exclamation.

Memory Tip

Think of words that are 'thrown in between' ('interject') to express feelings or reactions — that's what 'interjectional' relates to.

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