Some people say Jeez when they are shocked or surprised about something, or to introduce a remark or response. Jeez is short for 'Jesus'. This use could cause offence.
[informal]
Jeez, I wish they'd tell us what the hell is going on.
Jeez, what garbage!
Jeez in British English
(dʒiːz)
exclamation
informal
an exclamation of exasperation, shock, or surprise
Jeez, I wish they'd tell us what the hell is going on.
Jeez, what garbage!
jeez in American English
(dʒiz)
interjection
used variously to express surprise, anger, annoyance, etc.
Word origin
euphemism for Jesus2
Examples of 'Jeez' in a sentence
Jeez
There hasn't been one of those since -- jeez, I don't even remember when that was, but yeah.
Clancy, Tom CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER (1989)
" Jeez ," Cornelius remarked, putting his legs up on the table.
Clive Barker SACRAMENT (2001)
" Jeez, I've made some errors in my time..." "Look, I'm sorry.
Clive Barker THE GREAT AND SECRET SHOW (2001)
But, Jeez, we wouldn't want to bring Johnny back to Managua in a plastic bag.