Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: yell
IPA transcription: [j'ɛl]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: cry, outcry, call, yell, shout, vociferation
    Meaning: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition; "the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
  • Synonyms: cry, yell
    Meaning: a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate); "a cry of rage"; "a yell of pain"
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: shout, shout_out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler, hollo, squall
    Meaning: utter a sudden loud cry; "she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"; "I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me"
  • Synonyms: yell, scream
    Meaning: utter or declare in a very loud voice; "You don't have to yell--I can hear you just fine"
Usage examples
  • He was afraid to yell!
  • I gave a yell of despair!
  • Tad could scarce repress a yell.
  • The cowboys uttered a yell of triumph.
  • When you get there, yell, shriek--like-- like--you know how!
  • The young man heard the Demon Zadok give a yell of laughter.
  • It was a cry that brought a yell of exultation to Tom's lips.
  • To yell is not a sign of earnestness, intelligence, or feeling.
  • I gave a wild yell and made one frantic struggle, but it was too late.
  • The exultant cheer swept through the ranks again, and back came the defiant rebel yell.