called (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɔːld/

Definition

To shout or say someone's name, often to get their attention or to summon them.

Examples

• She called for help when she saw the fire.

• He called his dog to come inside.

• The manager called the team together for a meeting.

How to Use called

call out (phrasal verb)

To shout loudly, often to get attention or to protest. — "She called out to him from across the street."

call for (prepositional phrase)

To require or need something. — "This crisis calls for a strong response."

call on (prepositional phrase)

To ask someone to do something, especially to speak or perform. — "The teacher called on the student to answer the question."

call back (phrasal verb)

To return a phone call. — "I'll call you back later today."

Synonyms of called

Words with a similar meaning to called:

• summoned
• beckoned
• cried
• named

Antonyms of called

Words with the opposite meaning to called:

• ignored
• silenced

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