Shout

Definition

The term "shout" refers to speaking or calling out loudly, often to express strong emotion or attract attention. It can also mean a loud cry or call.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃaʊt/
• Respelling: SHOWT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃaʊt/
• Respelling: SHOWT

Etymology

The word "shout" originates from the Middle English "shoute" or "schowte," meaning "to cry out loudly," and is derived from Old English "scūtian," related to the Proto-Germanic "*skeutaną," meaning "to shoot or project."

Derivatives

• Shouter (noun)
• Shouting (noun/verb)
• Shout-out (noun, informal)
• Reshout (verb)
• Unshouted (adjective)

Synonyms

• Yell
• Call
• Exclaim

Antonyms

• Whisper
• Murmur
• Silence

Usage

The term "shout" is used to describe loud expressions of emotion, commands, or announcements. For example: "He had to shout to be heard over the noise," or "She let out a shout of excitement."

Related Terms

• Cry: A loud vocal expression of emotion.
• Exclamation: A sudden, emphatic utterance.
• Call: A loud request or summons.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To speak or call out loudly: Refers to raising one's voice to be heard or express emotion.
  • Example: "She shouted his name across the field."
• To express strong emotion vocally: Refers to crying out in anger, joy, or distress.
  • Example: "He shouted in frustration."

Noun

• A loud cry or call: Refers to the act of shouting.
  • Example: "A shout came from the crowd."
• A loud vocal expression of emotion: Refers to an outburst of strong feeling.
  • Example: "Her shout of joy was contagious."