Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
high-pitched sound
noun
/haɪ pɪtʃt saʊnd/
Definition
A sound that is characterized by a high frequency and is perceived as sharp or shrill to the ears.
Examples
- The whistle of a tea kettle emits a high-pitched sound.
- Children often produce high-pitched sounds when they are excited or playing.
- The feedback from the microphone created an unbearable high-pitched sound.
Meaning
High-pitched sounds are those that have a high frequency, meaning they vibrate quickly and produce a tone that is higher than most sounds we hear in everyday life.
Synonyms
- shrill sound
- sharp sound
- piercing sound
- tenor
