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Definition of Shrill

Adjective

1. (of a sound) high-pitched and piercing; sharp.

Example sentence: The shrill cry of the seagulls filled the beach.

Adverb

1. in a high-pitched and piercing manner; sharply.

Example sentence: She spoke shrilly when she was angry.

Verb

1. (of a voice) to make a high-pitched and piercing sound.

Example sentence: The child began to shrill in excitement upon seeing a puppy.

Noun

1. a high-pitched and piercing sound or voice.

Example sentence: The shrill of the alarm clock startled her awake.