screak

/skiːk/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a high-pitched, shrill sound, typically a short, sharp noise, especially one made by something rubbing against something else.

“The squeak of the mouse caught my attention.”

2. noun

a high-pitched, shrill sound, typically a short, sharp noise, especially one made by something rubbing against something else.

“The squeak of the rusty gate echoed through the night.”

3. noun

a short, sharp noise, especially one made by something rubbing against something else, such as the sound of worn-out wheels.

“The squeak of the wheels on the old bike was annoying.”

Synonyms

  • creak
  • shriek
  • squeal

Antonyms

  • quietness
  • silence