What does screeching mean?
Screeching means present participle and gerund of screech.
Screeching
/ˈskɹiːt͡ʃɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of screech.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of screech
- The act of producing a screech.
Example Sentences
hysterical screechings
Silence reigned, broken only by the hideous screeching of vultures and the sound of a lawn-mower being used in the hospital grounds.
Synonyms for screeching
Antonyms for screeching
Related Words
Word Forms
- screechings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for screeching?
Common synonyms include shriek, scream, screech, screaming.
What is the opposite of screeching?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use screeching in a sentence?
hysterical screechings
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