Synonyms for

Screamed

Verb / skri:md / Another word for screamed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make a loud, high-pitched cry or sound.

Synonyms & similar words

yell shout hollo cry scream call holler squall shoutout yelled shouted hollered roared wailed howled screeched shrieked exclaimed proclaimed announced uttered voiced articulated expressed yipped yowled

Synonyms by register

Formal

cried out vociferated exclaimed

Informal

yelled shouted hollered bawled

Literary

wailed shrieked cried

Antonyms

whispered murmured muttered hushed sighed groaned

Common collocations

  • screamed in pain
  • screamed with fear
  • screamed for help
  • screamed at someone
  • screamed in terror
  • screamed in agony
  • screamed bloody murder

Word family

noun scream
verb scream
adjective screaming

Usage note

Screamed implies a loud, high-pitched cry, often from fear, pain, or excitement. It is generally informal but can be used in more formal contexts when describing intense emotion.

Example sentences

  1. She screamed when she saw the spider.
  2. He screamed with excitement when he won the race.
  3. The crowd screamed with joy as their team scored the winning goal.
  4. She screamed at the top of her lungs for help.
  5. The baby screamed all night and kept everyone awake.

Quotes

  • I have a very loud scream. I've been told it's piercing. I've never really thought about it.
  • I think the fans really scream for the passion they have for the music.
  • I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream.

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