Who Is an Exclamation Mark?

The exclamation mark (!), known informally as a bang or a shriek, is used at the end of a sentence or a short phrase which expresses very strong feeling.

What do a exclamation mark mean?

1 : a mark ! used especially after an interjection or exclamation to indicate forceful utterance or strong feeling. 2 : a distinctive indication of major significance, interest, or contrast the game put an exclamation point on the season. — called also exclamation mark.

Is an exclamation mark offensive?

An exclamation mark usually shows strong feeling, such as surprise, anger or joy. Using an exclamation mark when writing is rather like shouting or raising your voice when speaking. You should avoid using exclamation marks in formal writing, unless absolutely necessary. ...