Meaning & Definition of word "Screaming"

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    Screaming

    /ˈskriː.mɪŋ/

    noun:

    • 1. a loud, sharp cry or shout.
      • Example: The screaming from the haunted house could be heard down the street.
    • 2. an intense, often frantic expression of emotion, especially fear or pain.
      • Example: His screams echoed in the night, sending chills down everyone’s spine.

    verb:

    • 1. the act of making a loud, sharp cry or shout, typically expressing fear, pain, or excitement.
      • Example: She was screaming with joy when she heard the good news.
    • 2. to make a loud, high-pitched sound.
      • Example: The brakes were screaming as the car came to a sudden halt.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Old English 'scrēamian', meaning 'to shout or cry out'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    scream bloody murder:

    To scream very loudly, usually in a state of panic or fear.

    scream from the rooftops:

    To loudly and openly declare something.

    Related Words

    scream:

    To make a loud, piercing cry.

    shout:

    To speak or cry out loudly.

    Slang Meanings of screaming

    Meaning: Screaming in excitement or enjoyment.

    Example Sentence: That movie was so good, I'm still screaming about it!

    Meaning: To express online enthusiasm or intensity.

    Example Sentence: I just got an A on my exam, and I'm screaming right now!