SHRILLY Meaning and
Definition
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Shrilly is an adverb that describes something being done or spoken in a high-pitched, piercing, or overly intense manner. It typically implies a loud and piercing sound produced by someone's voice or another auditory source. When someone speaks shrilly, their voice tends to be sharp and piercing, potentially causing discomfort or annoyance to those hearing it.
The term is often used to describe someone whose voice is raised to an excessively high or loud tone, usually during moments of excitement, agitation, anger, or urgency. It suggests that the speaker's voice is penetrating, unpleasant, and lacking in smoothness or harmony. For example, a person who speaks shrilly may exhibit strained vocal cords or a harsh timbre.
The term "shrilly" can also refer to sounds made by objects or animals that are particularly high-pitched and strident, such as a car horn or the screeching tires of a vehicle. Similarly, it may describe the voice of a small animal or a bird's piercing cry.
Overall, "shrilly" denotes a sound or manner of speech that is jarring, sharp, and grating, often, but not exclusively, associated with higher pitch levels. It suggests a lack of modulation and control, resulting in a loud and unpleasant auditory experience for those who encounter it.
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Etymology of SHRILLY
The word "shrilly" originated from the Middle English word "schrylle", which was derived from the Old English word "scralē" meaning "loudly". It is believed to have come from the Proto-Germanic word "skrælan" which had a similar meaning. Ultimately, the word can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*sker-", meaning "to cut", which gives the sense of a sharp or piercing sound.
Similar spelling words for SHRILLY
- Sherril,
- Sharla,
- shrill,
- Shirlee,
- Sheryll,
- Shirl,
- Sherill,
- Shirely,
- Sherly,
- Sherley,
- Sharyl,
- Sherrell,
- Sheryl,
- Shirley,
- Sharell,
- Sherrill,
- Sherryl,
- Sherell,
- Shirly,
- sharlow.
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