shrieked

Everyday

1. Past form of «shriek»: gave a sudden, very high, loud cry, out of fear, pain, excitement or laughter. tree →
2. Said something in a high, loud voice. tree →
3. (of things) Made a high, sharp noise, like brakes, wind or a whistle. tree →

In the lessons

In stories «shrieked» is a strong speaking verb that tells the reader a character is frightened, shocked or wildly excited — stronger than «shouted» or «said». Teachers suggest it in creative writing instead of «said». Phrases: «shrieked with laughter», «shrieked in terror».

Examples

• She shrieked when the spider ran across her foot. tree →
• The children shrieked with laughter at the clown. tree →
• "Get out of my room!" my sister shrieked. tree →
• The brakes shrieked as the bus stopped. tree →
• The wind shrieked around the old house all night. tree →
• Everyone shrieked as the roller coaster dropped. tree →
• The parrot shrieked whenever the doorbell rang. tree →
• "We'll poison her--poison her!" shrieked the witches. tree →

Note

Regular verb: shriek → shrieked. Spelling: «ie» (i before e). Similar words: screamed, squealed, screeched; «shrieked» is often higher and sharper. Noun: «a shriek».