holler
21 synonyms for holler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To shout loudly, often to get attention or express strong feeling.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To shout loudly, often to get attention or express strong feeling.
“He hollered across the field to warn them about the storm.”
How to use holler
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
holler for help
holler at someone
Informal; common in casual American English, especially in the sense "holler at me" meaning "contact me."
Etymology
An American variant of "holla" or "hollo," old shouts used to draw attention.
Full origin of holler →Frequently asked questions
What does “holler” mean?
The word “holler” means to shout loudly, often to get attention or express strong feeling. In plain terms, to shout loudly — or, informally, to reach out to someone.
How do you pronounce “holler”?
“Holler” is pronounced HOL-uh (/ˈhɑ.lɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “holler” in a sentence?
Here is “holler” used in a sentence: “He hollered across the field to warn them about the storm.”
What is another word for “holler”?
Words with a similar meaning to “holler” include hollering, cry, outcry, howl, scream and hurl.
What part of speech is “holler”?
Depending on how it is used, “holler” can be a verb and a noun.
How many meanings does “holler” have?
“Holler” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to shout loudly, often to get attention or express strong feeling.
