Definition of shout

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • shout is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • shout is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • shout is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of shout


  • utter a sudden loud cry (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. cry
    3. holler
    4. hollo
    5. scream
    6. shout out
    7. squall
    8. yell
  • utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy (verb)

    Examples

    1. `I'm here,' the mother shouted when she saw her child looking lost

    Synonyms

    1. call out
    2. cry
    3. cry out
    4. exclaim
    5. outcry
  • use foul or abusive language towards (verb)

    Examples

    1. The angry mother shouted at the teacher

    Synonyms

    1. abuse
    2. blackguard
    3. clapperclaw
  • a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. cry
    3. outcry
    4. vociferation
    5. yell
  • utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking) (verb)

    Examples

    1. My grandmother is hard of hearing--you'll have to shout

See definition of shout in Merriam Webster