Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yell
verb
/jɛl/
Definition
to shout loudly, often in a way that expresses strong emotions.
Examples
- During the game, the fans started to yell with excitement.
- She had to yell to be heard over the noise of the crowd.
- If you need help, don’t hesitate to yell for assistance.
Meaning
Yell refers to raising one’s voice significantly, usually out of excitement, anger, or to get someone’s attention.
Synonyms
- shout
- scream
- holler
- call out
