Definitions
- Describing a high-pitched scream or cry of fear, pain, or excitement. - Referring to a sudden and loud outburst of emotion or surprise. - Talking about a sharp and piercing sound made by an animal or object.
- Referring to a loud and forceful shout or call. - Describing a sudden and intense expression of anger or frustration. - Talking about a raised voice used to get someone's attention or convey urgency.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve making loud and intense sounds.
- 2Both can express strong emotions like fear, excitement, anger, or urgency.
- 3Both can be used to get someone's attention or convey a message.
- 4Both can be used in dialogue or narration to describe a scene or event.
- 5Both are forms of verbal communication.
What is the difference?
- 1Pitch: Shrieked is typically higher-pitched than yelled.
- 2Intensity: Shrieked is often associated with fear, pain, or excitement, while yelled is more commonly associated with anger or frustration.
- 3Duration: Shrieked is usually a shorter and more sudden sound, while yelled can be a longer and sustained sound.
- 4Volume: Yelled is generally louder and more forceful than shrieked.
- 5Context: Shrieked is often used to describe a sudden and unexpected sound, while yelled is more commonly used to describe intentional and purposeful communication.
Remember this!
Shrieked and yelled are both synonyms for loud and intense vocal expressions. However, the difference between shrieked and yelled is their pitch, intensity, duration, volume, and context. Shrieked is typically a high-pitched and sudden sound associated with fear, pain, or excitement, while yelled is a louder and more forceful sound associated with anger or frustration.
