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shrieking vs scream

scream vs shrieking

shrieking and scream both are nouns.

shrieking is not a verb while scream is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shrieking Yes No No No
scream Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shrieking and scream are synonyms defined as:
  • shrieking and scream: sharp piercing cry
Other synonyms of shrieking include screaming, screech, screeching, shriek.
As nouns, shrieking and scream are synonyms defined as:
  • shrieking and scream: a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
Other synonyms of shrieking include screaming, screech, screeching, shriek.
shrieking (noun) scream (noun)
sharp piercing cry sharp piercing cry
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry a joke that seems extremely funny
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
shrieking (verb) scream (verb)
utter a sudden loud cry
utter or declare in a very loud voice
make a loud, piercing sound
Difference between shrieking and scream

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