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shrill Definition and Meaning in English (shrill definition)

adjective
Synonyms:piercinghigh-pitchedsharp
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Shrill definition: Describing a sound that is high-pitched, piercing, and often unpleasant to the ear.

Definitions of Shrill

  1. 1adjective

    Describing a sound that is high-pitched, piercing, and often unpleasant to the ear.

  2. 2verb

    To make a high-pitched and piercing sound.

Example Sentences

casual

“The baby let out a shrill cry that startled everyone.”

casual

“Her voice became shrill with anger during the argument.”

casual

“A shrill whistle announced the arrival of the train.”

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nounshrillness
adverbshrilly

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Shrill definition: Describing a sound that is high-pitched, piercing, and often unpleasant to the ear.
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'Shrill' translates to 'shrill' in English. Shrill definition: Describing a sound that is high-pitched, piercing, and often unpleasant to the ear.
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