Definitions

1. verb

to utter a loud, high-pitched cry, especially of fear or excitement

“She shrieked as the rollercoaster dropped suddenly.”

2. noun

a loud, high-pitched cry, especially of fear or excitement

“The shriek of the siren pierced through the night.”

3. interjection

used to express intense excitement or fear

“Shri! The rollercoaster is starting to move!”