Pronunciation

/shəʊt/

Definitions

Noun

A loud cry or exclamation to attract attention or express strong emotion. For example: “He let out a loud shout to alert the others.”

• Synonyms: yell, cry, exclamation, outburst

Verb

1. To utter a loud cry or sound, especially in anger or excitement. For example: “The children shouted with joy when they received their presents.”
2. To express or communicate a message by shouting. For example: “He shouted instructions to the crowd during the protest.”

Adverb

In a manner of shouting or loudly. For example: “She shouted her answer across the room.”

Phrases

• “Shout out” means to call out or announce something publicly.
• “To shout encouragement” is to cheer someone on vociferously.
• “Loud shout of laughter” describes a hearty, boisterous laugh.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The crowd erupted in a shout of approval.”
• Verb: “He shouted his name to be heard over the music.”
• Adverb: “She shouted commands to her team during the game.”

Synonyms (for Verb)

• Yell
• Cry out
• Roar
• Shriek
• Bellow

Antonyms

• Whisper
• Mutter
• Whisper (for Verb)