Bah

An interjection expressing disdain, contempt, annoyance, or disbelief. It's a succinct utterance that conveys a negative emotional response to a situation, statement, or idea. Often used to dismiss something as unimportant, foolish, or uninteresting, 'Bah' can vary in intensity depending on the speaker's tone and the context of the conversation. The usage is informal, typically used in spoken language or informal writing, emphasizing a light hearted, expressive rejection and almost childish expression of displeasure. It can stand alone as a complete sentence, emphasizing its power as a standalone expression of emotion. The simple and concise nature is what makes it such a flexible addition to an expression of disgust, or a mild form of disapproval.

Bah meaning with examples

• After hearing his friend's outlandish story, Mark scoffed, 'Bah! You expect me to believe that a cat stole your car keys and drove away?' He crossed his arms, a clear sign of his lack of faith in the truth.
• When the movie's plot took a turn toward the absurd, Sarah rolled her eyes and said, 'Bah, this is getting ridiculous!' She turned to her friend, clearly exasperated by the film's direction and found herself rolling her eyes.
• Little Timmy was told he couldn't eat candy before dinner; Timmy responded, 'Bah! That's not fair,' stomping his foot. His childish defiance revealed his frustration at his mother's firm rule, but she would not let him have the candy.
• The chef presented a dish that looked unappetizing, and with a grimace, John muttered, 'Bah, I'm not eating that.' He shoved the plate away, making it clear that he had no interest in trying it and refused outright.