Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shrill
Adjective
/ʃrɪl/
Definition
A sharp, high-pitched sound that can be piercing or unpleasant.
Examples
- The whistle produced a shrill noise that echoed across the field.
- She let out a shrill scream when she saw the spider.
- The shrill tone of the alarm was hard to ignore.
Meaning
The term ‘shrill’ often describes a sound that is loud and high in frequency, making it difficult to listen to for extended periods.
Synonyms
- piercing
- cacophonous
- high-pitched
- acute
- shriek
