yell meaning and definition

YELL noun

Definition of yell (noun)

1. a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
   • "the speaker was interrupted by loud cries from the rear of the audience"
   • synonyms: call, cry, outcry, shout, vociferation
2. a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate)
   • "a cry of rage"; "a yell of pain"
   • synonyms: cry

YELL verb

Definition of yell (verb)

1. utter a sudden loud cry
   • "she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"; "I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me"
   • synonyms: call, cry, holler, hollo, scream, shout, shout out, squall
2. utter or declare in a very loud voice
   • "You don't have to yell--I can hear you just fine"
   • synonyms: scream