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Shrieking: meaning, definitions and examples

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shrieking

 

[ สƒriหkษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

loud sound

Shrieking refers to producing a high-pitched, piercing cry or sound. It often conveys strong emotions such as fear, excitement, or surprise.

Synonyms

howling, screaming, wailing, yelling

Examples of usage

  • The child was shrieking in delight when he saw the puppy.
  • She let out a shrieking scream when she saw the spider.
  • The audience began shrieking as the band took the stage.
Context #2 | Noun

sharp noise

As a noun, shrieking describes the act or sound of producing a shriek. It is often associated with sudden, loud, or distressing experiences.

Synonyms

cry, scream, shout, wail

Examples of usage

  • The shrieking of the wind warned us of the approaching storm.
  • Her shrieking filled the room, drawing everyoneโ€™s attention.
  • He was startled by the shrieking of the sirens outside.

Translations

Translations of the word "shrieking" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gritando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคฒเฅเคฒเคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช schreiend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berteriak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะตั€ะตัะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krzyczฤ…c

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ‚ฒ้ณด

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท criant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gritando

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงฤฑฤŸlฤฑk atmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋ช…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุตุฑุฎุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™iฤรญcรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kriฤanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐ–ๅซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vpitje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gargandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะธา›ั‹ะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒงแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qฤฑลŸqฤฑrma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gritando

Word origin

The term 'shrieking' originates from the Old English word 'scrวฃcan', meaning 'to cry out or to scream'. This word has Germanic roots and is linked to similar terms in other Germanic languages, indicating a sense of loud vocalization. Over the centuries, 'shrieking' has evolved to imply a specific kind of high-pitched scream that conveys intense emotions. Initially, it described more physical responses to danger or alarm. However, as language evolved, it began to encompass a broader range of emotional expressions, from joy to extreme fright. The transition reflects changes in the societal context around communication, where vocalization became not just a survival mechanism but a means of expressing complex human feelings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,220, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.