Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shouting
verb (present participle of shout)
/ˈʃaʊtɪŋ/
Definition
The act of speaking or calling out loudly and forcefully.
Examples
- Shouting in excitement, she waved to her friend across the street.
- The coach was shouting instructions to the players during the game.
- He was shouting for help after falling into the water.
Meaning
Shouting is typically used to convey strong emotions such as anger, excitement, or urgency, and is often used in situations where normal speaking would not be heard.
Synonyms
- yelling
- exclaiming
- vociferating
- howling
- roaring
