Bawl: meaning, definitions and examples

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bawl

[ bɔːl ]

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loud crying

To cry or wail loudly, often in a way that is uncontrolled or without restraint. It can be a sign of distress, pain, or extreme emotion.

Synonyms

howl, sob, wail

Examples of usage

The baby bawled all night, keeping the whole house awake.
She bawled in grief when she heard the news of her grandmother's passing.

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shout angrily

To shout loudly and aggressively, usually in anger or frustration.

Synonyms

roar, shout, yell

Examples of usage

The coach bawled at the players for their lack of effort.
He bawled orders at his subordinates, making them feel small and insignificant.

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loud cry

A loud, prolonged cry or shout, often expressing distress or anger.

Synonyms

cry, shout, yell

Examples of usage

Her bawl echoed through the empty hallways, a sound of pure agony.
The bawl of the injured animal pierced the silence of the forest.

Translations

Translations of the word "bawl" in other languages:

🇵🇹 chorar alto

🇮🇳 ज़ोर से रोना

🇩🇪 laut weinen

🇮🇩 menangis keras

🇺🇦 голосно плакати

🇵🇱 głośno płakać

🇯🇵 大声で泣く

🇫🇷 pleurer fort

🇪🇸 llorar fuerte

🇹🇷 yüksek sesle ağlamak

🇰🇷 큰 소리로 울다

🇸🇦 يبكي بصوت عالٍ

🇨🇿 hlasitě plakat

🇸🇰 hlasno plakať

🇨🇳 大声哭泣

🇸🇮 glasno jokati

🇮🇸 gráta hátt

🇰🇿 дауысымен жылау

🇬🇪 ხმამაღლა ტირილი

🇦🇿 ucadan ağlamaq

🇲🇽 llorar fuerte

Word origin

The word 'bawl' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the Old Norse word 'baula', meaning 'to low like a cow'. Over time, the meaning shifted to refer to loud crying or shouting. The use of 'bawl' to describe loud, uncontrollable crying dates back to the 15th century. It has been a common word in English to express emotional outbursts and loud vocalizations.