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Dictionary Entry

shout

verb

Find the meaning of the word shout, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To utter a loud cry, typically to express strong emotion or to attract attention.

Example Sentence

The crowd began to shout with excitement when their team scored the winning goal.

Usage Note

Used to express strong emotions like joy, anger, or fear, or to get someone's attention from a distance when speaking normally is not enough. It can also be used to describe the sound itself.