shriek - Definition and Meaning

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(verb)

definitions

utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement

examples

the audience shrieked with laughter

‘There it is!’ she shrieked

she was shrieking abuse at a taxi

synonyms

(noun)

definitions

a high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream

examples

shrieks of laughter

synonyms

(noun)

definitions

an exclamation mark