Definition of yells

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • yells is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • yells is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • yells is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of yells


  • utter a sudden loud cry (verb)

    Examples

    1. I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. cry
    3. holler
    4. hollo
    5. scream
    6. shout
    7. shout out
    8. squall
  • utter or declare in a very loud voice (verb)

    Examples

    1. You don't have to yell--I can hear you just fine

    Synonyms

    1. scream
  • a loud utterance of emotion (especially when inarticulate) (noun)

    Examples

    1. a yell of pain

    Synonyms

    1. cry
  • a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. cry
    3. outcry
    4. shout
    5. vociferation

See definition of yells in Merriam Webster