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SHRIEK

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Shriek.

How to pronounce shriek:

US

Shriek - as a noun

Sharp piercing cry

Example: "Her screaming attracted the neighbors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scream10screaming14screech14screeching18shrieking17

A high-pitched noise resembling a human cry

Example: "He ducked at the screechings of shells"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scream10screaming14screech14screeching18shrieking17

Shriek - as a verb

Utter a shrill cry

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pipe8pipe upshrill9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
call6cry8holler9hollo8scream10shout8squall15yell7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She shrieked in terror when she saw the spider."
"The children shrieked with excitement on the rollercoaster."
"He shrieked in pain when the needle pierced his skin."
"The crowd shrieked in delight as the winning goal was scored."
"The actress shrieked with joy when she won the award."
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Word Game Points

Is SHRIEK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shriek is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SHRIEK has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is SHRIEK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shriek is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHRIEK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SHRIEK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shriek is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHRIEK has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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