English Synonym Finder

scream

Definitions

A long, loud, piercing cry expressing extreme emotion such as fear, pain, or excitement.

A loud, high-pitched sound resembling such a cry, often produced by an object or machine.

To utter a long, loud, piercing cry.

Examples

She let out a loud scream when she saw the spider on the wall.

The fans began to scream with excitement as the band walked onto the stage.

It is common for a newborn baby to scream when it is hungry or tired.

Synonyms

shriek yell howl bawl screech squawk holler

Antonyms

whisper mumble murmur silence quiet hush mutter