bellowing
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Definition
- Noun:
- A very loud, deep, and powerful shout or cry: A "bellowing" is a forceful, resonant vocal sound, often expressing strong emotion such as anger, pain, or command. It is likened to the deep, loud cry of a large animal, such as a bull.
Usage
- The word "bellowing" is used to describe a specific, intense type of shouting. It is typically a singular noun referring to the act or sound itself.
- It often implies a lack of control or a primal, raw expression of emotion.
Examples
- Noun:
- The sergeant's bellowing could be heard across the entire parade ground.
- A sudden bellowing of rage erupted from the next room.
Advanced Usage
- "to give a bellowing": to let out a very loud cry or shout.
- The wounded animal gave a terrible bellowing before it fled.
Variants and Related Words
- Bellow (verb): to emit a deep loud roar, typically in pain or anger.
- The coach would bellow instructions from the sidelines.
- Bellow (noun): a deep roaring shout or sound.
- He let out a bellow of laughter.
Synonyms
- Roar: a full, deep, prolonged cry or sound.
- Howl: a long, loud, doleful cry.
- Yell: a loud, sharp cry of pain, surprise, or delight.
- Bawl: to cry or wail loudly.
Antonyms
- Whisper: speaking very softly using one's breath without one's vocal cords.
- Murmur: a soft, indistinct sound made by a person or group of people speaking quietly or at a distance.
Noun
- a very loud utterance (like the sound of an animal)
- his bellow filled the hallway