yells
/jɛlz/
NOUN
1. A loud shout or cry
A loud vocal expression made to attract attention, communicate over a distance, or express a strong emotion.
1.1. Loud cries and vocal outbursts
Refers to loud, forceful sounds made with the voice, often expressing excitement, anger, fear, pain, or surprise.
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Antonyms
- whispers
- murmurs
- mumbles
Examples
- The crowd's loud yells echoed throughout the stadium.
- Sudden yells from the neighboring room interrupted the meeting.
Related Words
- shriek
- screech
- howl
- whoop
- uproar
- vociferation
1.2. Shouted calls and expressions
Refers to words, phrases, or brief vocal expressions delivered loudly to attract attention, give a warning, or communicate a message.
Synonyms
Examples
- The coach's yells of encouragement motivated the players from the sidelines.
Related Words
- exclamations
- announcements
- outcries
- whoops
VERB
2. To shout or make a loud vocal sound
To produce a loud sound with the voice, often to express strong emotions, attract attention, or make oneself heard.
2.1. Shouting loudly
Describes raising one's voice forcefully to express excitement, anger, frustration, fear, or another intense emotion.
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Antonyms
Examples
- The coach yells encouragement from the sidelines to motivate the players.
- During the concert, the lead singer often yells to engage the audience and create an energetic atmosphere.
Related Words
- vociferate
- ululate
- yelp
- yawp
- yaup
- caterwaul
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 situation.
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Antonyms
Examples
- Amidst the chaos, she yells for someone to call for help.
Related Words
VERB
3. To convey something by shouting
To communicate words, instructions, or information by speaking in a loud voice.
3.1. Delivering shouted words or instructions
Describes expressing a specific word, message, or instruction loudly so that another person or group can hear it.
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Antonyms
Examples
- As the tension rises, the director yells "Action!" to start the scene.
- Frustrated by the lack of response, he yells louder to get his point across.
Related Words
- proclaim
- announce
- exclaim
- vociferate
VERB
4. To reprimand someone angrily
To criticize or tell someone off in a loud, angry, or forceful manner.
4.1. Angrily scolding or reprimanding
Describes addressing someone with loud, angry words to express disapproval or criticize their behavior.