Shriekfest
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shriekfest is a noun meaning (slang) An event filled with shrieking.
Meaning
(slang) An event filled with shrieking.
Example Sentences
Even though, at first glance, a slate filled with films like “Bug” and “Hostel 2” would seem to be classic male-oriented shriekfests, the reality is that women are avid fans of horror films.
Clinton made this remark while engaged in a shriekfest against some hapless Investor's Business Daily reported^([sic]) who dared ask about press conferences and the campaign-finance scandals.
Word Forms
- shriekfests
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include screamfest, shoutfest, shriekery, shriek, shright, shriekling.
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