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gag vs scream

scream vs gag

gag and scream both are nouns.

gag and scream both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gag Yes No Yes No
scream Yes No Yes No
As nouns, scream is a hyponym of gag; that is, scream is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gag:
  • gag: a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
  • scream: a joke that seems extremely funny
gag (noun) scream (noun)
restraint put into a person's mouth to prevent speaking or shouting sharp piercing cry
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter a joke that seems extremely funny
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
gag (verb) scream (verb)
struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake utter a sudden loud cry
make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit utter or declare in a very loud voice
cause to retch or choke make a loud, piercing sound
make jokes or quips
be too tight; rub or press
tie a gag around someone's mouth in order to silence them
prevent from speaking out
Difference between gag and scream

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