Yawp — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈyȯp/

Meaning & Definition of Yawp

Yawp (verb)

  1. to make a raucous noise, squawk
  2. clamor, complain

Yawp (noun)

  1. a raucous noise, squawk
  2. something suggestive of a raucous noise; specifically, rough vigorous language

Yawp (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely

    "stop yawping about your problems and try doing something to fix them"

    similar: beef, bellyache, bitch, bleat, carp, caterwaul, complain, crab, croak, fuss, gripe, grizzle, grouch, grouse, growl, grumble, grump, holler, inveigh, keen, kick, kvetch, maunder (chiefly British), moan, murmur, mutter, nag, repine, scream, squawk, squeal, wail, whimper, whine, whinge (British), yammer, yowl, kick up a fuss
    related: object (to), protest, quarrel (with), cavil, quibble, fret, stew, worry, blubber, cry, sob, bemoan, bewail, deplore, lament
    opposite: crow, delight, rejoice
    near: accept, bear, countenance, endure, take, tolerate, applaud, cheer, commend

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Yawp

The most common words with a similar meaning to Yawp:

Chiefly British: maunder
British: whinge
beef, bellyache, bitch, bleat, carp, caterwaul, complain, crab, croak, fuss, gripe, grizzle, grouch, grouse, growl, grumble, grump, holler, inveigh, keen, kick, kvetch, moan, murmur, mutter, nag, repine, scream, squawk, squeal, wail, whimper, whine, yammer, yowl, kick up a fuss

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Yawp

Words with the opposite meaning of Yawp:

crow, delight, rejoice

Related Words for Yawp

object (to), protest, quarrel (with), cavil, quibble, fret, stew, worry, blubber, cry, sob, bemoan, bewail, deplore, lament

Near Antonyms of Yawp

accept, bear, countenance, endure, take, tolerate, applaud, cheer, commend

Word Forms of Yawp

Inflections: yawped, yauped, yawping, yauping, yawps, yaups

Derived words: yawper (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Yawp

Middle English yolpen

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Yawp

What does "Yawp" mean?

"Yawp" means to make a raucous noise, squawk. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to make a raucous noise, squawk.

What is another word for "Yawp"?

Other words for "Yawp" include beef, bellyache, bitch, bleat, carp, caterwaul, complain and crab. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Yawp" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Yawp"?

There are 53 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Yawp". Common alternatives include beef, bellyache, bitch, bleat, carp, caterwaul, complain, crab, croak and fuss.

What is the opposite of "Yawp"?

Antonyms of "Yawp" include crow, delight and rejoice. Near antonyms include accept, bear, countenance and endure.

How do you use "Yawp" in a sentence?

Examples of "Yawp" in a sentence: "stop yawping about your problems and try doing something to fix them".

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

"Yawp" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Yawp"?

"Yawp" is pronounced /ˈyȯp/.

What is the origin of the word "Yawp"?

"Yawp" comes from Middle English yolpen. First known use: 15th century.