Brayed: meaning, definitions and examples

animal sound

Brayed is the past tense of the verb 'bray', which refers to the loud, harsh cry typically associated with donkeys. This sound can be characterized by its distinctive, often jarring quality. While primarily related to the vocalization of donkeys, the term can also be used metaphorically to describe loud or raucous noises made by people. In some contexts, 'brayed' can imply obstinate or foolish behavior, drawing a parallel with the stubbornness often attributed to donkeys.

call, cry, neigh

Examples of usage

• The donkey brayed loudly in the field.

• He brayed with laughter at the ridiculous joke.

• The crowd brayed in response to the unexpected news.