Synonyms for

Shouted

Verb / ˈʃaʊtɪd / Another word for shouted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To say something loudly and forcefully.

Synonyms & similar words

squall holler shoutout cry yell hollo exclaim blackguard outcry scream callout yelled abuse shout whisper clapperclaw cryout call yelled screamed hollered roared exclaimed bawled bellowed shrieked vociferated hooted whooped yelped announced

Synonyms by register

Formal

exclaimed vociferated cried out

Informal

yelled screamed hollered bawled

Literary

bellowed wailed

Antonyms

whispered mumbled murmured spoke breathed hissed

Common collocations

  • shouted with joy
  • shouted at the top of his lungs
  • shouted for help
  • shouted in anger
  • shouted instructions
  • shouted a warning
  • shouted a greeting

Word family

noun shout
verb shout
adjective shouty

Usage note

Shouted implies a loud, forceful utterance, often due to excitement, anger, or a need to be heard. It is generally informal but can be used in more formal contexts to describe a very loud sound.

Example sentences

  1. He shouted with joy when he found out he won the game.
  2. The coach shouted instructions to the players on the field.
  3. The toddler shouted 'no' when asked to take a nap.
  4. The teacher shouted over the noise to get the students' attention.
  5. The angry customer shouted at the manager for poor service.

Quotes

  • I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. - Maya Angelou
  • We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • The best way to predict your future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln

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