Definition & Meaning of "thunderation"in English

What is the origin of the exclamation "thunderation" and how is it used?

Thunderation is an exclamation used to express shock, frustration, or astonishment. It appeared in 19th-century American English as a euphemistic alteration of "thunder," part of a trend of creating colorful, non-blasphemous expressions to replace stronger oaths. People used it in everyday speech, literature, and newspapers to react strongly without swearing. Today it sounds old-fashioned, whimsical, and inoffensive, often adding a playful or emphatic tone rather than serious anger or alarm.