screaming
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English
Definitions
verb
- To cry out with a shrill voice; to utter a sudden, sharp outcry, or shrill, loud cry, as in fright or extreme pain; to shriek; to screech.
- To move quickly; to race.“He almost hit a pole, the way he came screaming down the hill.”
- To be very indicative of; clearly having the characteristics of.“Do you know what screams "I'm obnoxious"? People who feel the need to comment on every little thing they notice.”
noun
- A scream.
adjective
- Loud, sharp, and piercing to the ear.
- Obvious; distinct.
- Effeminate, flamboyant or otherwise obviously gay.“Did you see that guy at the bar? Screaming!”
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