shrieks

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun sharp piercing cry
  2. noun a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
  3. verb utter a shrill cry

Synonyms

scream, screaming, shriek, shrieking, screech, screeching

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