Shout/ʃaʊt/ Definition 1 of 5Pro Tip 1/3Volume Control Use 'shout' to describe speaking at a high volume, often to be heard over a distance or noise. I had to shout over the music at the concert. Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Release 'Shout' can show strong emotion like frustration or excitement, not just speaking loudly. He shouted in frustration when the computer crashed. Pro Tip 3/3Public Attention 'Shout' is often used to grab attention of others in a public space. The vendor shouted to advertise his fresh fruits.