duh
duh Lexical Profile
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• interjection
Used to express disdain, sarcasm, or impatience toward a statement or question perceived as extremely obvious or foolish.
"When he asked if we needed tickets to get into the concert, his sister rolled her eyes and said, "Duh!""
Used to acknowledge one's own foolish mistake, oversight, or momentary slowness of understanding.
"I spent ten minutes looking for my glasses before realizing they were on my head—duh!"
Word Nuance & Usage
Used exclusively in informal and colloquial conversation, often with a sarcastic or mildly derisive tone to mock a statement that is considered glaringly obvious.
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Word Origin & Etymology
First attested in mid-20th-century American English, originating as an imitative vocalization representing slow-wittedness or hesitation, popularized by animated cartoons such as Merrie Melodies.