scream

/skriːm/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a loud, high-pitched cry of pain, shock, or excitement

“She let out a blood-curdling scream when she saw the snake.”

2. noun

a loud, high-pitched cry, especially one of pain, shock, or excitement

“The child’s scream was heard throughout the house.”

3. verb

to shout or call out loudly

“The fans will scream the player’s name as he enters the stadium.”

Synonyms

  • bellow
  • howl
  • shout
  • wail
  • yell

Antonyms

  • murmur
  • mutter
  • silence
  • whisper