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SHRIEKING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Shrieking.

Shrieking - as a noun

Sharp piercing cry

Example: "Her screaming attracted the neighbors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scream10screaming14screech14screeching18shriek13

A high-pitched noise resembling a human cry

Example: "He ducked at the screechings of shells"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scream10screaming14screech14screeching18shriek13

Shrieking - as a verb

To utter a loud, sharp, shrill sound or cry, as do some birds and beasts; to scream, as in a sudden fright, in horror or anguish.

To utter sharply and shrilly; to utter in or with a shriek or shrieks.

Example Sentences

"The shrieking noise coming from the haunted house kept everyone away."
"The shrieking winds made it difficult to walk outside."
"The shrieking car alarm startled the entire neighborhood."
"The shrieking baby wouldn't stop crying."
"The shrieking monkeys in the zoo were causing a commotion."
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Word Game Points

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

SHRIEKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is SHRIEKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, shrieking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SHRIEKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SHRIEKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shrieking is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHRIEKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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