Shrill meaning

What does “shrill” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“shrill” is a verb and adjective with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: utter a shrill cry.

shrill

verb

utter a shrill cry
Synonymsshriek pipe up pipe

adjective

having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones
“a shrill whistle”
“a shrill gaiety”
Synonymssharp
being sharply insistent on being heard
“strident demands”
“shrill criticism”
Synonymsstrident
of colors that are bright and gaudy
“a shrill turquoise”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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