scream (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /skriːm/
Definition
To make a loud, high cry, usually because of fear, pain, or excitement.
Examples
She screamed when the car almost hit her.
The crowd will scream with delight when the band comes on stage.
He screamed in pain after he fell.
How to Use scream
- scream at (prepositional phrase)
- To shout angrily at someone. — "Don't scream at me like that!"
- scream for (prepositional phrase)
- To make a loud noise asking for something, often help. — "The child began to scream for his mother."
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