ugh

interjection

often read as
ˈəg How to pronounce ugh (audio)
or
ˈəḵ How to pronounce ugh (audio)
or
ˈə How to pronounce ugh (audio)
Synonyms of ughnext
—used to indicate the sound of a cough or grunt or to express disgust or horror

Synonyms of ugh

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Examples of ugh in a Sentence

ugh, this oven desperately needs to be cleaned
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With winter weather not quite yet behind us (ugh), this under-$30 heavy-duty door mat both drains and dries quickly to keep your doorstep free of snow, water, and ice buildup. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026 New York — Welcome back to another episode of TACO *checks watch* ugh, Wednesday. — Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 22 Jan. 2026 Ludwig Göransson’s original score victory (ugh, during commercial break) for the film conveys its technical strength heading into the guild part of the phase two season. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 12 Jan. 2026 The Bruins of the (ugh) Big Ten Conference highlight the 2026 Rady’s field at Jenny Craig Pavilion, one that also includes Georgetown, Texas and Saint Mary’s. — Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for ugh

Word History

First Known Use

1678, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ugh was in 1678

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“Ugh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ugh. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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ugh

interjection
often read as
ˈəg How to pronounce ugh (audio)
or
ˈəḵ How to pronounce ugh (audio)
or ˈə
—used for various sounds that express disgust or horror
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