Definition of 'yell'

Noun

1. a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition; "the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
      Synonyms: cry outcry call shout vociferation
2. a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate); "a cry of rage"; "a yell of pain"
      Synonyms: cry

Verb

1. utter a sudden loud cry; "she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"; "I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me"
      Synonyms: shout shout out cry call scream holler hollo squall
2. utter or declare in a very loud voice; "You don't have to yell--I can hear you just fine"
      Synonyms: scream

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