squeak

/skwiːk/

Definitions

1. noun

a high-pitched sharp sound, typically made by a small animal such as a mouse.

“The mouse let out a faint squeak as it scurried across the floor.”

2. verb

to make a high-pitched sharp sound, typically in a nervous or frightened way.

“The little girl squeaked with excitement when she saw her favorite toy.”

3. verb

to make a high-pitched sharp sound, typically when something is worn or damaged.

“The old wheel squeaked loudly as it turned.”

Synonyms

  • shriek
  • whimper
  • whine

Antonyms

  • boom
  • roar