Interjection and Shriek

Interjection

Interjection noun - A sudden short emotional utterance.
Usage example: a chorus of angry interjections greeted the announcement that our flight would be delayed
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Shriek and interjection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shriek" instead a noun "Interjection".

Nearby Words: interject, interjected, interjecting

Shriek

Shriek noun - Sharp piercing cry.
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Interjection and shriek are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Interjection" instead a noun "Shriek".

Nearby Words: shrieked, shrieking
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