A scream, shout, holler, vociferation, or yell is a loud vocalization in which air is passed through the vocal cords with greater force than is used in regular or close-distance vocalization. Though technically this process can be performed by any creature possessing lungs, the preceding terms are usually applied specifically to human vocalization.
Reasons for shouting vary, and it may be done deliberately or simply as a reaction. The core motive...
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A scream, shout, holler, vociferation, or yell is a loud vocalization in which air is passed through the vocal cords with greater force than is used in regular or close-distance vocalization. Though technically this process can be performed by any creature possessing lungs, the preceding terms are usually applied specifically to human vocalization.
Reasons for shouting vary, and it may be done deliberately or simply as a reaction. The core motive, in essentially all situations, is communication. These outbursts convey alarm, surprise, displeasure or outrage, or perhaps to gain the attention of another person or an animal.
When frightened, human beings tend to yelp, or cry out. This is both to convey fear and to call attention to themselves, and thusly possible asisstance and/or help. This action also serves as a possible defense tactic, as shouting may frighten off an assailant or cause him to falter, allowing a chance to escape.
Also, when people are not expecting something and it...
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