Meaning & Definition of word "Yell"

Yell

/jɛl/

1. a loud cry or shout.
- Example: His yell could be heard across the entire field.
2. an expression of strong emotion through loud vocalization.
- Example: The crowd let out a yell when the team scored the winning goal.

1. to shout or speak very loudly, often in a voice that is higher than normal.
- Example: He began to yell when he couldn't find his keys.
2. to express strong emotion, especially anger or excitement, in a loud voice.
- Example: The coach yelled at the players during practice.
3. to make a loud noise, often to attract attention.
- Example: She had to yell to be heard over the loud music.

Middle English 'yellen,' from Old English 'gellan' meaning 'to cry out, shout.'

yell at:

To criticize or reprimand someone loudly.

yell for help:

To call out loudly for assistance.

yell one's head off:

To shout very loudly or incessantly.

scream:

To cry out loudly due to fear or pain.

shout:

To speak or cry out loudly.

Meaning: Yell

Example Sentence: He gave a yell when he won the game.

Meaning: Yell like a banshee

Example Sentence: She yelled like a banshee during the horror movie.