shrieve Meaning & Definition
/ʃɹiːv/
What Does Shrieve Mean?
Shrieve is a noun that means Obsolete form of sheriff. As a verb, it means Obsolete form of shrive.
Shrieve: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ʃɹiːv// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | shrieves |
| Verb forms | shrieves, shrieving, shrieved |
Shrieve Definition (Noun)
- Obsolete form of sheriff.
Shrieve as a Verb
- Obsolete form of shrive.
- To question.
Synonyms of Shrieve
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Shrieve synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Shrieve
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Shrieve in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
shrieve (plural shrieves)
shrieve (third-person singular simple present shrieves, present participle shrieving, simple past shrieved, past participle shrieved or shriven)
Words That Rhyme With Shrieve
Origin of Shrieve
Origin 1: See sheriff.
Origin 2: See shrive.
How to Pronounce Shrieve
The standard pronunciation of shrieve is //ʃɹiːv//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Shrieve
Is shrieve a noun or a verb?
Shrieve is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is the plural of shrieve?
The plural of shrieve is shrieves.
What is the past tense of shrieve?
The past tense of shrieve is shrieved. The present participle is shrieving.