1 : to utter a sharp shrill sound. 2a : to cry out in a high-pitched voice : screech. b : to suggest such a cry (as by vividness of expression) neon colors shrieked for attention— Calvin Tomkins. transitive verb. 1 : to utter with a shriek shriek an alarm.

Does shriek mean scream?

The definition of a shriek is a high-pitched scream or cry often made when angry, scared or in pain. The high-pitched sound you make when you see a ghost is an example of a shriek. To shriek is to make a high-pitched sound, often out of fear, anger or pain. ... To utter a shriek.

What does shriek mean in sentence?

v. utter a shrill cry. 1, He suddenly let out a piercing shriek. 2, She gave a little shriek of delight.