Synonyms of squall

Noun


1. squall, wind, air current, current of air

usage: sudden violent winds; often accompanied by precipitation

Verb


1. squall, waul, wawl, howl, ululate, wail, roar, yawl, yaup

usage: make high-pitched, whiney noises

2. shout, shout out, cry, call, yell, scream, holler, hollo, squall, utter, emit, let out, let loose

usage: utter a sudden loud cry; "she cried with pain when the doctor inserted the needle"; "I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me"

3. squall, blow

usage: blow in a squall; "When it squalls, a prudent sailor reefs his sails"

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Definition and meaning of squall (Dictionary)