yipe

/ˈjɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

an exclamation of surprise or pain, especially one made when being bitten or stung by an animal such as a snake or a bee.

“She let out a loud yipe when she stepped on a thorn.”

2. verb

to let out a sudden, sharp cry of pain or surprise, typically on being bitten or stung by an animal.

“The camper yiped in pain as he got bitten by a mosquito.”

3. interjection

used to express surprise or pain.

“Yipe, that hurt!”

Synonyms

  • shout
  • yell
  • yelp

Antonyms

  • moan
  • sigh