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vociferation vs shriek

shriek vs vociferation

vociferation and shriek both are nouns.

vociferation is not a verb while shriek is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
vociferation Yes No No No
shriek Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shriek is a hyponym of vociferation; that is, shriek is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than vociferation:
  • vociferation: a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
  • shriek: sharp piercing cry
vociferation (noun) shriek (noun)
a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition sharp piercing cry
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
vociferation (verb) shriek (verb)
utter a shrill cry
Difference between vociferation and shriek

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