bawl
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for bawl, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To shout loudly, often in anger or to be heard over noise.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use bawl
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bawl out
bawl your eyes out
bawl at someone
Etymology
From Middle English "baulen," related to Old Norse and Latin words for bellowing or roaring, ultimately imitating the sound itself.
Full origin of bawl →Frequently asked questions
What does “bawl” mean?
The word “bawl” means to shout loudly, often in anger or to be heard over noise. In plain terms, to shout or cry very loudly, without holding back.
How do you pronounce “bawl”?
“Bawl” is pronounced bawl (/bɔːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “bawl” in a sentence?
Here is “bawl” used in a sentence: “The coach bawled instructions from the sideline.”
What part of speech is “bawl”?
“Bawl” is a verb.
Where does the word “bawl” come from?
The word “bawl” comes from Latin. From Middle English "baulen," related to Old Norse and Latin words for bellowing or roaring, ultimately imitating the sound itself.
How many meanings does “bawl” have?
“Bawl” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to shout loudly, often in anger or to be heard over noise.
