Squall

Pronunciation: /ˈskwɔːl/

Squall (noun)

  1. A sudden, strong wind often with rain or snow.
  2. A loud, high-pitched cry or noise.

Examples

  • The boat rocked violently during the squall.
  • A squall swept across the open field.

Common collocations: sudden squall, squall warning, squall line, piercing squall, squall of laughter

Synonyms of Squall

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Squall

  • describing weather conditions