OUTSCREAM Meaning and
Definition
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Outscream is a verb used to depict the act of producing or emitting a louder, more forceful, or more intense scream than someone or something else. The term combines the prefix "out-" meaning surpassing or exceeding, and the noun "scream," which refers to a high-pitched vocalization expressing fear, pain, anger, or excitement.
This word implies a competitive aspect, suggesting a desire to assert dominance or attract attention by raising one's voice above others. Outscream can be used to describe situations where individuals engage in a vocal showdown, seeking to outdo each other in terms of volume or intensity. However, it can also apply to scenarios where a person or entity produces a more powerful or resonant scream than inanimate objects or ambient noises.
The term outscream can be used metaphorically to describe situations beyond vocalization alone. It can be employed in contexts involving other sensory experiences, such as music, where one instrument or element of a composition stands out or overtakes others in terms of loudness or prominence. Moreover, outscreaming can be extended to interpersonal dynamics, representing an assertion of dominance or persuasive power in contentious debates or arguments, metaphorically "drowning out" the opposing side.
Etymology of OUTSCREAM
The word "outscream" is a combination of the prefix "out-" and the verb "scream".
The prefix "out-" typically indicates movement away or outwards, emphasizing a sense of surpassing or exceeding. In this case, it suggests screaming louder or more intensely than someone or something else.
The verb "scream" originated from the Old Norse word "skræma" and is related to the Middle Dutch word "schre˜men" and the Old High German word "scrieman". These words all generally meant "to cry out" or "to shout". Over time, "scream" evolved to specifically refer to a loud, high-pitched, instinctive cry typically expressing fear, pain, or excitement.
Therefore, "outscream" essentially means to scream louder or more forcefully than someone or something else.
Conjugate verb Outscream
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PAST PERFECT
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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