Pronunciation: /skwil/

Definitions of squeal

noun a long, high-pitched cry or noise

Example Sentences

A1 The little girl let out a squeal of joy when she saw the puppy.

A2 I heard a loud squeal coming from the kitchen, followed by laughter.

B1 The squeal of the brakes warned us of the approaching car.

B2 The high-pitched squeal of the microphone made it difficult to hear the speaker.

C1 The squeal of the tires indicated that the driver was speeding around the corner.

C2 The sudden squeal of feedback from the speakers caused everyone to cover their ears.

verb to make a long, high-pitched cry or noise

Example Sentences

A1 The little girl squealed with joy when she saw the puppy.

A2 I accidentally stepped on a toy and it made me squeal in surprise.

B1 The fans squealed with excitement when their favorite band took the stage.

B2 The brakes on the car squealed loudly as the driver tried to stop.

C1 She couldn't help but squeal with delight when she saw the beautiful sunset.

C2 The children squealed in terror as the haunted house tour guide jumped out at them.

Examples of squeal in a Sentence

formal The high-pitched squeal of the brakes could be heard from a distance.

informal I couldn't help but squeal with excitement when I saw the puppy.

slang She let out a squeal when she won the game.

figurative The singer's voice had a squeal to it that was both haunting and beautiful.

Grammatical Forms of squeal

past tense

squealed

plural

squeals

comparative

more squealing

superlative

most squealing

present tense

squeal

future tense

will squeal

perfect tense

have squealed

continuous tense

is squealing

singular

squeal

positive degree

squeal

infinitive

to squeal

gerund

squealing

participle

squealing

Origin and Evolution of squeal

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'squeal' originated from the Old English word 'scwelan' which meant to make a loud, high-pitched cry or noise.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'squeal' has retained its meaning of a high-pitched cry or noise, but has also taken on additional connotations such as expressing excitement, fear, or pain.