What is Shrill? Definition, Examples, and Synonyms

Shrill is an adjective used to describe a high-pitched or screeching sound. It can also be used to describe someone's voice or tone as being overly loud, piercing, or grating.

Examples:

* The sirens were shrill and pierced the night air.
* Her voice was shrill and grating, making it hard to listen to her.
* The child's scream was shrill and echoed through the hallway.

Synonyms for shrill include: high-pitched, piercing, screeching, grating, and strident.

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