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Scream vs. Shout

Scream

/skriːm/

To make a loud, high-pitched sound usually because of fear or excitement

Examples:

She let out a loud scream.The scream echoed through the house.

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Shout

/ʃaʊt/

To utter a loud cry or call.

Examples:

He had to shout to be heard.A shout broke the silence of the night.

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Ways to tell them apart:

Both describe loud vocal expressions, but scream often implies high pitch or fear, while shout indicates volume.
A scream can be involuntary and emotional; a shout is typically more controlled.
Think of a horror movie scene for scream and a sports event for shout.

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