Pronunciation

/ʃriːk/

Definitions

Noun

A shriek is a high-pitched, sharp sound, typically emitted as a sudden, intense expression of fear, pain, or alarm. It can also refer to a scream or a loud, piercing noise.

Verb

To shriek is to emit a high-pitched,尖叫般的声音, often in response to a strong emotion or to convey alarm.

Phrases

• “Let out a shrill shriek” describes a loud, high-pitched scream.
• “She screamed/shrieked in terror” indicates fear-induced vocalization.
• “The child’s laughter turned into a shriveled shriek” implies a sudden change in tone.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The frightened child let out a blood-curdling shriek when they saw the spider.”
• Verb: “In the dark, she could only hear her own panicked shrieks echoing through the forest.”
• Interjection: “The crowd gasped in horror as the actor’s unexpected entrance elicited a shrill shriek from the audience.”

Synonyms

• Scream
• Wail
• Yell
• Utter
• Exclaim (with fear or alarm)
• Whine (in a high-pitched, complaining manner)