1. a loud, high-pitched scream or cry

1. to make a loud, high-pitched scream or cry

Examples

• She let out a shriek when she saw the spider.
• The children shrieked with delight on the roller coaster.
• A shriek of terror echoed through the haunted house.
• The brakes shrieked as the car came to a sudden stop.
• He shrieked in pain when he stubbed his toe.
• The owl’s shriek pierced the quiet night.
• The fans shrieked when their favorite band took the stage.