Definitions
- Describing a sudden, high-pitched sound made by an animal in pain or surprise. - Referring to a loud, sharp cry of excitement or joy. - Talking about a short, sharp cry of fear or alarm.
- Describing a loud, piercing cry of fear, pain, or anger. - Referring to a high-pitched, sharp cry of surprise or excitement. - Talking about a sudden, loud cry of alarm or warning.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a loud, high-pitched sound.
- 2Both words can be used to express strong emotions such as fear, pain, or excitement.
- 3Both words are typically used to describe sudden and unexpected sounds.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Shriek is typically louder and more intense than yelp.
- 2Emotion: Shriek is often associated with negative emotions such as fear or anger, while yelp can also express positive emotions like excitement or joy.
- 3Duration: Shriek is usually longer than yelp.
- 4Source: Yelp is more commonly used to describe sounds made by animals, while shriek can be used for both animals and humans.
- 5Connotation: Shriek has a more negative connotation than yelp.
Remember this!
Yelp and shriek are synonyms that describe loud, high-pitched sounds made by animals or humans. However, shriek is typically louder and more intense than yelp, and is often associated with negative emotions such as fear or anger. On the other hand, yelp can also express positive emotions like excitement or joy, and is more commonly used to describe sounds made by animals.
