One of the most common punctuation marks is the exclamation point (!). This punctuation mark is used to indicate strong emotion, excitement, or surprise.
The exclamation point is also commonly known as the exclamation mark. It is a punctuation mark that looks like a period with a vertical line above it.
Rules with Examples …
Use an exclamation point to show strong emotion, such as surprise, excitement, or anger
example
I can't believe it!
This is the best day ever!
Wow! That's amazing!
No way!
Oh my gosh!
That can't be true!
How could you do that?!
Use an exclamation point after an imperative sentence (a command or request)
example
Go to the store and buy some milk!
Clean your room and make your bed!
Put your toys away!
Stop!
Please help!
Avoid using more than one exclamation point in a row, as this can be seen as overly dramatic
example
Incorrect: This is amazing!!!
Correct: This is amazing!
The exclamation point is also used to indicate irony or sarcasm
example
What a surprise!
How nice!
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Formal writing should not contain exclamation marks. Though it is permissible in information writing, the exclamation point is not recommended in formal writing as they are often seen as too emotive for most academic writing.
example
Incorrect: The findings of the study were astounding!
Correct: The findings of the study were remarkable.
Even with informal writing, use an exclamation point sparingly, as overusing it can make your writing appear juvenile.
Exclamation Point Abuse
Overusing them can make conversations difficult to read and can be seen as unprofessional or aggressive.
Examples
Using multiple exclamations: For example, “That’s amazing!!!!!!”
Using an exclamation to end every sentence: For example, “Let’s go to the movies! It’ll be fun!”