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Definition of shrilly

shrilly

/ˈʃrɪl.i/
shril · ly
Adjective:shrill
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• adverb

1

In a high-pitched, piercing, and sharp voice or tone.

Example

"The referee's whistle blew shrilly across the stadium to halt the match."

2

In a loud, insistent, and overly forceful or complaining manner.

Example

"Critics complained shrilly about the new tax proposal throughout the legislative session."

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• Rhymes for shrilly

• Nearby Words

shrike
shrill
shrillness
shrilly
shrimp
shrimper
shrimpfish

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the Middle English adjective 'shrill' (of Germanic origin, related to Low German 'schrell' meaning harsh or sharp in sound) combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Shrilly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/shrilly
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