Meaning & Definition of word "Yelling"

Yelling

/ˈjɛlɪŋ/

1. a loud call or cry.
- Example: The yelling from the crowd could be heard from blocks away.
2. an instance of shouting or speaking in a loud voice.
- Example: There was a lot of yelling during the heated debate.

1. the act of shouting or speaking very loudly, often to express strong emotions such as anger or excitement.
- Example: After losing the game, he started yelling in frustration.
2. to make a loud sound or cry out loudly.
- Example: The children were yelling in the playground, having a great time.

From the verb 'yell', originating from Middle English 'yellen', akin to Old Norse 'jalla'.

yelling at:

to address someone loudly or angrily.

yelling match:

a heated argument where both parties shout.

yelling for help:

calling out loudly to get assistance.

yell:

To shout or cry out loudly.

shout:

To speak or cry out loudly.

scream:

To cry out in a high-pitched voice, often in fear or excitement.

Meaning: Yelling in excitement or joy.

Example Sentence: She was yelling with glee when she won the prize.

Meaning: Yelling as a form of protest.

Example Sentence: The protesters were yelling their demands at the rally.