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shriek

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Số nhiều: shrieksQuá khứ: shriekedPhân từ 2: shriekedV-ing: shrieking

This word carries a sharper, more violent acoustic quality than a scream or a yell. It suggests a sound that is thin and piercing, often cutting through other noises abruptly. It is frequently associated with involuntary reactions to extreme stimuli, such as sudden fright or intense euphoria. In a social context, shrieking is often viewed as a loss of control. While a scream can be a measured signal for help, a shriek is usually an explosive release of emotion that can be jarring or unsettling to those who hear it.

Countable when referring to a single, distinct instance of the sound, such as one shriek of surprise.

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Danh từ

[a sound]

A high-pitched, piercing cry or sound, typically expressing terror, pain, or excitement.

"A sudden shriek of horror echoed through the empty hallway."

Nội động từ

[an action]

"The children shrieked with delight when they saw the presents."

Ngoại động từ

[an action]

"She shrieked a warning to the pedestrians as the car veered off course."

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