Squalling — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈskwȯl/

Meaning & Definition of Squalling

Squalling (verb)

  1. to cry out raucously, scream
  2. to utter in a strident voice
  3. to blow a squall

Squalling (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to cry out loudly and emotionally

    "the baby squalled in pain"

    similar: howling, screaming, screeching, shrieking, shrilling, squealing, yelling, yelping
    related: baying, caterwauling, keening, squawking, wailing, yawping, yowling, bawling, calling, crying, hollering, shouting, thundering, vociferating
    near: murmuring, muttering, whispering

Related Entry: Squall (verb)

Squall is a different word from Squalling. The synonyms below are for squall, not for squalling.

  1. to cry out loudly and emotionally

    "the baby squalled in pain"

    similar: howl, scream, screech, shriek, shrill, squeal, yell, yelp
    related: bay, caterwaul, keen, squawk, wail, yawp, yowl, bawl, call, cry, holler, shout, thunder, vociferate
    near: murmur, mutter, whisper

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Squalling

The most common words with a similar meaning to Squalling:

howling, screaming, screeching, shrieking, shrilling, squealing, yelling, yelping

Related Words for Squalling

baying, caterwauling, keening, squawking, wailing, yawping, yowling, bawling, calling, crying, hollering, shouting, thundering, vociferating

Near Antonyms of Squalling

murmuring, muttering, whispering

Word Forms of Squalling

Inflections: squalled, squalls

Derived words: squaller (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Squalling

probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skval useless chatter

First known use: circa 1631i

Frequently Asked Questions about Squalling

What does "Squalling" mean?

"Squalling" means to cry out raucously, scream. As a verb, it is defined as: to cry out raucously, scream.

What is another word for "Squalling"?

Other words for "Squalling" include howling, screaming, screeching, shrieking, shrilling, squealing, yelling and yelping. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Squalling" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Squalling"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Squalling". Common alternatives include howling, screaming, screeching, shrieking, shrilling, squealing, yelling and yelping.

How do you use "Squalling" in a sentence?

Examples of "Squalling" in a sentence: "the baby squalled in pain".

Is "Squalling" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Squalling" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Squalling"?

"Squalling" is pronounced /ˈskwȯl/.

What is the origin of the word "Squalling"?

"Squalling" comes from probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skval useless chatter. First known use: circa 1631i.

What is another word for "Squalling" meaning "to cry out loudly and emotionally"?

When "Squalling" (verb) means to cry out loudly and emotionally, synonyms include howling, screaming, screeching, shrieking, shrilling and squealing.