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scream

The word “scream” has 1 syllable: scream

It's pronounced as /skriːm/

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In the thesaurus, “scream” has 97 synonyms and 35 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for scream along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for scream

Antonyms for scream

Meanings of scream

  • noun
    1. A loud, emphatic, exclamation of extreme emotion, especially horror, fear, excitement, or anger; it may comprise a word or a sustained, high-pitched vowel sound.
    2. A form of singing associated with the metal and screamo styles of music. It is a loud, rough, distorted version of the voice; rather than the normal voice of the singer.
    3. Used as an intensifier.
    4. (printers' slang) exclamation mark.
  • verb
    1. To cry out with a shrill voice; to utter a sudden, sharp outcry, or shrill, loud cry, as in fright or extreme pain; to shriek; to screech.
    2. To move quickly; to race.
    3. To be very indicative of; clearly having the characteristics of.

Example Sentences

  • She let out a loud scream when she saw the spider.
  • The child’s scream echoed through the empty house.
  • He tried to stifle a scream during the horror movie.
  • The fans’ scream filled the stadium when the team scored.
  • A piercing scream came from the alley, startling everyone nearby.

On this page you'll find 132 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scream, such as: accept, applaud, bawl, bay, bear, beef, bellyache.

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