yelling
/ˈjɛlɪŋ/
NOUN
1. The act of shouting loudly
The act of producing loud vocal sounds, often to express strong emotions, attract attention, or make oneself heard.
1.1. Loud vocal outbursts
Refers to the act of shouting, screaming, or making forceful vocal sounds, whether caused by excitement, anger, fear, or surprise.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- whispering
- murmuring
- mumbling
- silence
Examples
- Despite the crowded room, his yelling managed to capture everyone's attention.
- The children were yelling with excitement as they played in the park.
Related Words
VERB
2. To make a loud vocal sound
To shout, holler, or produce a loud sound with the voice, often as an expression of strong emotion or to attract attention.
2.1. Shouting with strong emotion
Describes raising one's voice forcefully to express excitement, anger, fear, frustration, or another intense emotion.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- whispering
- murmuring
- mumbling
- muttering
Examples
- The children were yelling with excitement as they played in the park.
- The heated argument escalated with both parties yelling to make their points.
- Startled by the sudden noise, she found herself yelling involuntarily in response.
Related Words
- shr ieking
- yelping
- yowling
- ululating
- vociferating
2.2. Calling out to attract attention
Describes shouting toward someone or calling loudly across a distance to get attention or communicate in a noisy environment.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- whispering
- murmuring
Examples
- The coach was constantly yelling out instructions to motivate the team during the intense match.
Related Words
- whooping
- crying
- vociferating
VERB
3. To convey something by shouting
To communicate words, instructions, information, or messages by speaking in a loud voice.
3.1. Delivering shouted instructions or messages
Describes communicating specific words or information loudly so that another person or group can hear them, particularly from a distance or in a noisy setting.
Synonyms
- shouting
- calling
- hollering
- bellowing
Antonyms
- whispering
- murmuring
Examples
- The coach was constantly yelling out instructions to motivate the team during the intense match.
Related Words
- announcing
- proclaiming
- exclaiming
- vociferating
VERB
4. To reprimand someone angrily
To tell someone off or express strong disapproval by speaking loudly and angrily.
4.1. Angrily scolding or criticizing
Describes addressing someone in a loud, angry manner to criticize their behavior, express displeasure, or reprimand them for something they have done.
Synonyms
- bawling
- berating
- scolding
- telling off
Antonyms
- praising
- complimenting
Related Words
- rebuking
- reprimanding
- admonishing
- chastising
- reproaching