Definition of Shrill

sharp and high-pitched

Examples of Shrill in a sentence

The witch’s long nails made a shrill sound on the window.  🔊

When Rose was stabbed, she let out a shrill scream.  🔊

The frightened girl’s voice was shrill.  🔊

In the film, the Indian made a shrill yell before he attacked the settler.  🔊

The sound of the shrill whistle made everyone stand still.  🔊

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